Germantown
CRIME & SAFETY
Unveiling The Most Violent Town in Tennessee: A Closer Look
Tennessee, with its rich history, musical heritage, and picturesque landscapes, is a state that embodies a unique blend of cultural and natural beauty. However, amidst the charm and allure, some areas struggle with severe crime issues. This article takes a closer look at Memphis, Tennessee, which was the most dangerous city in the United States in 2022, examining the factors behind its high crime rate, the impact on the community, and potential solutions for creating a safer environment.
Germantown Police Report a Week of Gun-Related Crimes and Narcotic Offenses Amidst Vehicle Vandalism and Theft
The Germantown Police Department has released its weekly activity report, cataloging a series of crimes ranging from narcotics possession to threats of violence across various locations in the city. Highlighting the prevalence of gun-related incidents, two arrests on separate days involved individuals carrying firearms – one during a road rage confrontation and another alongside narcotics possession.
Assistant Memphis Police chief lives in Georgia: MPD
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The assistant chief of the Memphis Police Department lives in Georgia, MPD says. Shawn Jones, Deputy Director of Police Services, retired from the Atlanta Police Department in 2016 and joined MPD in September 2021. His current salary is $177,768 a year. Memphis Police confirmed Tuesday that Jones’ primary residence is still in Georgia. […]
Woman charged with kidnapping teen from Porter-Leath
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman who police say abducted a 15-year-old boy is now facing kidnapping charges. Terrell Moment is back at home safe with his mother after something went wrong at the Porter Leath Center back on June 11. Police say the teen was at Porter Leath when a woman named Shenairca Jackson showed […]
Tennessee law enforcement increasing patrol on Highway 64 for Fourth of July Weekend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Tennessee law enforcement will be out in force on the Fourth of July weekend to help prevent accidents and traffic deaths, especially in the Memphis area. Shelby County led the state in traffic deaths in 2023, according to the Tennessee Highway Safety Office. In response to...
Man wanted for double homicide in Southeast Shelby County
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A “be on the lookout” has been issued for a man wanted for a double homicide that happened Monday morning in Southeast Shelby County. Jaylan McCollins, 28, is considered to be armed and dangerous, according to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. He is described as a 5’9, 175-pound man. This comes after […]
‘Love me enough to turn yourself in’: Family pleas for homicide suspect to go to cops
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — While the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office continues its manhunt for 28-year-old Jaylan McCollins, a family is grieving the loss of two loved ones. Family members told WREG that a young woman and her father were killed early Monday morning. They say that the tragedy was the result of a breakup that turned […]
MPD: Man robs Exxon of $4K, leaves car keys in store
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was arrested after police say he was part of a group that stole $4,000 from a Whitehaven Exxon on Sunday — but the driver couldn’t make a getaway because he accidentally left his car keys in the store. Jasper Wilkins is charged with a robbery act in concert. He is […]
15-year-old boy missing after being taken by woman posing as his mom, MPD says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A 15-year-old boy is missing after being taken by a woman who presented herself as his mother, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD). 15-year-old, Terrell Antonio Moment, was checked out of Porter-Leath by 38-year-old Shenairca Shenal Jackson who posed as Moment's mother, police said. Porter-Leath is a Shelby County organization that provides resources to Mid-South families.
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