A Sunday afternoon in Memphis’ Airport neighborhood turned deadly when a woman was shot and killed near Teakrock Lane and Firerock Circle, according to police. Officers were called just after 4:15 p.m., where they found the woman, who was pronounced dead at the scene. A suspect took off in a gray sedan but was later detained by law enforcement.
Those initial details come from the Memphis Police Department and were first reported by Action News 5, which also reports that officers said the suspect and victim were in a relationship. Police have not shared anything more publicly about what may have led up to the shooting.
Where It Happened
The shooting unfolded near Teakrock Lane and Firerock Circle in the Airport-area neighborhood of Memphis, a cluster of residential streets that ring the city’s airport corridor. Both street names are listed in the city’s street index, backing up the location given by police; see Geographic.org for the official street listings.
Investigation And How To Help
The case is still wide open, and authorities say the investigation is ongoing. They have not released the suspect’s identity or said whether any charges will be filed, according to Action News 5.
Police are asking anyone who knows anything about what happened to step up. Tips can be directed to the Memphis Police Department’s non-emergency line at 901-545-COPS or shared anonymously with CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH. For official contact options and more details on how to report, see the Memphis Police Department and CrimeStoppers of Memphis and Shelby County…