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  • Public Safety

    Suspect in Trenary slaying gets independent attorney

    Judge Chris Craft set up one of the suspects in the 2018 slaying of Greater Memphis Chamber president and CEO Phil Trenary with an independent attorney after he was informed of the potential conflict of interest concerning his former defense lawyer becoming an employee of the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office. 

    By Julia Baker December 05, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Shelby County DA’s office launches Justice Review Unit

    The launch comes nearly a month after the announcement of the unit’s formation. The unit is led by Chief Lorna McClusky and Deputy Chief Robert Gowen.

    By Julia Baker December 02, 2022
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    Steve Mulroy continues hiring push, adds eight more to DA’s office

    Among the Shelby County District Attorney’s new hires is Nelia Dempsey, a government affairs and nonprofit professional with ties to local Republicans. “There’s no Democratic or Republican monopoly on wanting to reduce crime,” Mulroy said.

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    Shelby County DA’s office launches Justice Review Unit

    By Julia Baker December 02, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Victims accuse city officials of ‘pattern of false statements’ in rape kit lawsuit

    In a legal twist in Memphis’ rape kit lawsuit, victims cite new evidence about DNA testing that could have been used to solve sexual assaults by strangers.

    By Marc Perrusquia December 01, 2022
  • Shelby County

    Hundreds of homicide victims honored at annual Season of Remembrance event

    In 2022 so far, 274 people have fallen victim to homicide in Shelby County. Although that is a decrease from the 316 who were honored during last year’s event, the pain was still the same for members of the audience.

    By Julia Baker November 28, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Trial delayed for Phil Trenary slaying suspects

    The delay is due to a potential conflict of interest in the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office. Lorna McClusky, the defense attorney for McKinney Wright, is now employed by the DA’s office.

    By Julia Baker November 28, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Should Memphis build its own crime lab or rely on TBI?

    As the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks millions of dollars to boost pay and fill crime lab staffing shortages, Memphis leaders look for answers in Nashville, Houston and other cities that built their own crime labs.

    Related story:

    A tale of two cities: How Nashville built the crime lab that Memphis couldn’t

    By Marc Perrusquia, Jane Roberts November 28, 2022
  • Public Safety

    A tale of two cities: How Nashville built a crime lab Memphis couldn’t

    Following the murder of Eliza Fletcher, questions loom about MPD’s systems in investigating violent crime.

    By Marc Perrusquia, Jane Roberts November 27, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Sheriff’s Operation Jingle Bells aims to dash ‘Grinch activity’ in retail hotspots

    “We want everybody to have a great holiday. We want them to have a great shopping experience. And we want our businesses to thrive. We want to see Memphis thrive.”

    By Julia Baker November 25, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Fourth suspect in Young Dolph killing appears in court

    During the Tuesday arraignment, Jermarcus Johnson, 25, was informed that his charge carries a potential sentence of 15 to 60 years should he be convicted. 

    By Julia Baker November 22, 2022
  • Public Safety

    TBI charges teen shot by officer

    A 15-year-old juvenile has been charged with criminal attempt to commit second-degree murder, aggravated assault against a first responder and felony evading arrest.

    By Julia Baker November 22, 2022
  • State Government

    State Supreme Court: Mandatory life sentences for juveniles ‘cruel and unusual punishment’

    “Not so long ago, it was commonplace for states to require juveniles convicted of homicide to serve sentences of over fifty years. Now, that practice has vanished. ... In the entirety of the nation, Tennessee stands alone.”

     

    By Ian Round November 21, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Suspect shot by officer; TBI investigating

    The incident began around 10:40 a.m., when a citizen reported four individuals with guns at an apartment complex near the Hollywood branch library. 

    By Julia Baker November 22, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Inmate seriously injured in altercation with cellmate

    Preliminary information indicates a detainee at Shelby County Jail is in critical condition after an altercation with his cellmate.

    By Alicia Davidson November 19, 2022
  • Education

    Two top officials leaving Memphis-Shelby County Schools

    John Barker, deputy superintendent for strategic operations and finance, is retiring. Yolanda Martin, chief of human resources, is resigning. Both were investigated recently with no evidence of wrongdoing.

    By Aarron Fleming November 19, 2022
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    What will local law enforcement agencies use if Twitter fails?

    The Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation all rely on Twitter to get information out to the public. 

    By Julia Baker November 18, 2022
  • Update Public Safety

    Latest Young Dolph suspect allegedly aided in hideout, payments

    Jermarcus Johnson, who was wanted for conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, turned himself in today. 

    By Julia Baker November 18, 2022
  • Public Safety

    42% more juveniles facing criminal charges than last year

    And, of all juvenile criminal cases, 40% involved juveniles who are considered repeat offenders. 

    By Julia Baker November 18, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Alleged mastermind in Young Dolph slaying pleads not guilty

    On the one-year anniversary of the slaying of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, the newest suspect in the case pleaded not guilty to three charges related to his death. 

    By Julia Baker November 17, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Memphis Police launches ‘virtual policing’ system

    “We may not have a police officer in every corner, but we may have a camera. It’s like a neighborhood watch in the 21st century. We’re very excited about it.”

    By Julia Baker November 16, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Ezekiel Kelly indicted on charges related to Southaven carjacking

    Ezekiel Kelly has been indicted on charges related to a carjacking in Southaven, Mississippi, at the end of a Sept. 7 shooting spree that occurred mostly in Memphis.

    By Julia Baker November 15, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Slain UVA football player was ‘one of the most amazing young men’

    Devin Chandler meant the world to friends and teammates at Arlington High.

    Related story:

    Former local high school athlete killed in UVA shooting

    By John Varlas November 17, 2022
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    Third suspect in Young Dolph slaying has lengthy criminal record

    Hernandez Govan’s criminal history in state and federal systems dates back more than two decades, according to court records. Govan, 43, and his two co-defendants, Justin Johnson and Cornelius Smith, have been indicted for the rapper’s death.

    By Julia Baker November 14, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Sixth Circuit appellate judge receives prestigious award for judicial excellence

    Judge Bernice Donald, born in DeSoto County, Mississippi, has been the first woman of her race to serve in every judicial position she has held, starting when she was elected to General Sessions criminal court here 1982.

    By Jane Roberts November 12, 2022
  • Update Public Safety

    DA’s office alleges new suspect ‘put a hit’ on Young Dolph

    The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office alleges Hernandez Govan solicited the killing and put it into motion. 

    By Julia Baker November 11, 2022

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