TENNESSEE — Eight people were arrested Thursday during a Memphis Safe Task Force operation targeting a “drug and gang hub” on Boyd Street in the New Pathway neighborhood, police said.
The operation, conducted in partnership with the Memphis Police Department (MPD), aimed to dismantle an area known for persistent drug and gang activity. Officers seized one firearm, over four pounds of marijuana, and $1,000 in cash.
The eight individuals arrested and their charges are as follows:
- Larry Lindsey, 38 – Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell (Marijuana); Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (3 counts)
- Devandrick Bowie, 37 – Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell (Marijuana); Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- L Love, 46 – Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell (Marijuana); Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun; Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony
- Eric Crawford, 52 – Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/Sell (Marijuana); Evading Arrest
- Keosha Griggs, 32 – Arrested on a warrant for Identity Theft
- Donald McCoy, 41 – Arrested on a warrant for Theft of Property ($1,000–$2,500)
- Kelvin Davis, 51 – Arrested on a warrant for Vandalism ($1,000 or less)
- Coral Price, 51 – Issued a misdemeanor citation for Possession of a Controlled Substance (Marijuana)
Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis said the operation demonstrates the department’s commitment to reducing violent crime. “When we remove drugs, guns, and repeat offenders from our streets, we are taking meaningful steps toward a Stronger, Safer Memphis. I am proud of the teamwork shown by our Organized Crime Unit and our partners with the Memphis Safe Task Force,” he said…