Trial in shooting death of Officer Martoiya Lang … The trial against the man accused of shooting and killing Memphis Police Officer Martoiya Lang got underway on Tuesday. Treveno Campbell has been charged with first-degree murder and could face life in prison if convicted by a Shelby County jury.
Justin Welch indicted for killing Officer Verdell … Justin Welch is now facing 14 felony counts including first-degree murder, three counts of murder in the perpetration of attempted first-degree murder, three counts of attempted first-degree murder and reckless vehicular homicide.
Security to be ramped up on Beale after shooting Police say someone in a car driving down Second Street began shooting around 3 a.m. Two people on the corner were shot
Verdell Smith honored as Officer of the Year “It’s a calling because by being a police officer he was able to reach a lot of people whether they were young or old. Smith not only was called to protect and serve, he lead a prison ministry and he read to students. A clear choice for this year’s Kiwanis Policeman of the Year.”
Mike Rallings promises change as new Memphis Police … The appointment is not official until approval by the city council, which Strickland does not expect to be a problem
Michael Rallings named official police director Mayor Jim Strickland officially appointed him to the position Sunday
A new honor for a fallen MPD officer Officer Verdell Smith, who was killed in the line of duty in June
MPD hold promotions ceremony Sixty individuals were promoted to Lieutenant and 103 to Sergeant at a promotions ceremony at Hope Church
MPD, Downtown Commission give Beale Street Bucks, … Part of the demonstration was showing the Council before and after pictures of the street when the bucks were and were not implemented
Westy’s shooting victims showered with support as … It was a long three weeks ago when Joshua Walton and Al Sakan were shot outside of Westy’s on the same night Christopher Dickens was gunned down at Bass Pro.
Increased security, cover charge start on Beale Street The first thing people noticed was the increased police presence downtown
