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Major rescue operation saves 13 children

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MEMPHIS, TN – Thirteen children, previously reported missing and identified as high-risk for human trafficking, have been rescued in a major operation in Memphis, Tennessee. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Service, Homeland Security Investigations, Memphis Police Department, and Tennessee Department of Children’s Services, spearheaded the two-day mission, known as “Operation Not for Sale.” Dr. John DeGarmo, founder and director of the Foster Care Institute, explained that children from …

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Suspect arrested after shooting near high school leads to horrific car crash

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MEMPHIS, TN – A suspect is in custody following a shooting incident that resulted in a car crash near Whitehaven High School, leaving two teenagers injured and a vehicle lodged in a brick wall, according to Memphis Police Department (MPD). The incident unfolded in a matter of minutes, causing a wave of panic in the Whitehaven community. The shooting was initially reported near Elvis Presley Boulevard and McClure Avenue, just moments before the high school …

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Man goes to shoot up former elementary school and is shot by police

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A man armed with a gun, who reportedly fired shots and attempted to gain entry into a Jewish school in Memphis, is now in critical condition after being shot by a police officer during a traffic stop, according to local law enforcement. The incident occurred shortly after midday on Monday when Memphis Police Department received a call about an unidentified man discharging his firearm outside Margolin Hebrew Academy. The police confirmed that no one was …

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Two men with lengthy criminal records arrested for kidnapping, sexual assault, and fraud

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On Wednesday, May 5, two men from Chattanooga, Tennessee, 36-year-old Joseph Farmer and 27-year-old Trevor Casteel, were charged with a slew of crimes, including rape and kidnapping. The victims in this harrowing case are a Kentucky college student, 18 years of age, who had been visiting downtown Nashville. Investigators followed up with the victim’s accounts and it became evident that the suspect’s misconduct did not begin with the kidnapping. At a bar on Broadway Street, …

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Memphis family busted with over $1 million in stolen super cars, cash, and drugs

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In the normally quiet cul-de-sac of the Sutton Meadow subdivision in the outskirts of Memphis, TN, there was an unusual disturbance on the evening of Tuesday, April 20th. An array of local police officers were called to the residence of Angel Arias Machado, where they were able to recover a 2021 McLaren 720S worth $346,000, a 2019 Lamborghini Urus valued at $287,000, a stolen Nissan Maxima, large amounts of marijuana, $118,000, and two guns. Angel …

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Memphis ‘SCORPION’ unit disbanded following death of Tyre Nichols

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The Memphis Police Department declared on Saturday that it has discontinued its “Scorpion Unit” permanently subsequent to the passing of Tyre Nichols. Those in the Scorpion Unit were involved in the traffic stop on January 7 that authorities state caused Nichols to die at a local hospital days later. In a statement, Memphis Police said, “Today, Memphis Police Officers assigned to the SCORPION Unit (Street Crimes Operations to Restore Peace in Our Neighborhoods) had a …

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Earlier Victim Of Memphis Murder-Rapist Sues Memphis PD For Failing To Get Career Criminal Off The Streets

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Alicia Franklin, who filed a lawsuit against Memphis over how her case was handled, spoke on camera Wednesday for the first time since she was raped a year ago. Franklin has been vocal about bringing attention to the incident and the negligence, she claims, by Memphis and the Memphis Police Department (MPD) Franklin told Good Morning America that she was raped by Cleotha Henderson, the same man allegedly kidnapped and murdered Eliza Fletcher. According to …

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19-Year-Old In Memphis Started Mass Shooting On Facebook Live

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Memphis Police arrested a suspect wanted in connection with several shootings, including at least one posted to Facebook Wednesday. After, they warned the public to stay inside until they could arrest him. Police said on Twitter: “Suspect is now being taken into custody. “Shelter has been lifted from the location.” At least four people are dead and three wounded following the shooters actions on Wednesday. Dozens of law enforcement officers on scene where authorities say …

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Body of Missing Teacher Found In Memphis

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A body was found behind a vacant duplex, and police said it was confirmed to be Eliza Fletcher, 34, who was abducted late last week. Cleotha Abston, 38, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and first-degree murder in perpetration of kidnapping. Abston appeared before a judge on Tuesday on charges of kidnapping, theft, identity theft, tampering with evidence, and fraudulent use of a credit card on Tuesday. He was issued a $510,000 bond. However, …

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Two 15-Year-Olds Charged In Carjacking and Murder Of Memphis Pastor

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A second teen has been arrested in connection to the murder of a Memphis pastor. Rev. Altura Eason-Williams was shot multiple times during a carjacking in Whitehaven on July 18. She later died at a hospital, Memphis Police said. A 15-year-old, Miguel Andrade, was previously arrested and charged with her murder. Another 15-year-old, Brayan Carrillo, has been arrested concerning  Eason-Williams’ death. Shelby County District Attorney Amy Weirich said her office would seek to try Carrillo …

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