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This is what a Stronger, Safer Memphis looks like.

The Memphis Police Department joined Commissioner Caswell and community partners at The Lux at Raleigh Apartments to support families and residents following a tragic act of violence involving a juvenile.

Officers distributed free gun locks, gun safety materials, and victim resources while connecting residents with services and support. Together, we focused on prevention, healing, and strengthening our community.

Buying a gun for someone who cannot legally purchase one is not a favor…it is a federal crime!

Today, Chief Davis joined the ATF, along with other federal and local law enforcement partners, for the launch of the "Don't Lie for the Other Guy" campaign, a nationwide effort to prevent illegal straw purchases of fi****ms.

Straw purchasing puts guns into the hands of prohibited individuals and fuels violent crime in our communities.

Since October, the Memphis Police Department has recovered more than 3,000 fi****ms from Memphis neighborhoods. Preventing illegal gun purchases is a critical part of reducing gun violence and keeping our neighborhoods safe.

If someone asks you to buy a firearm on their behalf, say no. Report suspicious activity to law enforcement.

“We will continue using every available resource to identify and hold violent criminals accountable, bring justice to victims and their families, and sustain the gains we’ve made in reducing violent crime.” — Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis

MPD currently maintains an 82% homicide clearance rate, meaning the vast majority of homicides occurring in our city are being solved.

Today, two homicide suspects connected to separate investigations were apprehended by the MPD Fugitive Unit after being quickly identified by MPD Homicide investigators.

Full details here: https://www.memphispolice.org/news/two-homicide-suspects-arrested-thursday-as-mpd-maintains-82-clearance-rate/

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

As you spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, please be safe and take a moment to reflect on those who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy each day.

The Memphis Police Department is not only helping build a Stronger, Safer Memphis — it’s helping build a Stronger, Safer Region.

This week, 23 recruits from the Memphis Police Department’s 54th Regional Recruit Class graduated and will now go on to serve communities including Collierville, Germantown, Rossville, and more.

Through the MPD Training Academy, recruits from agencies across the Mid-South train alongside future Memphis officers before beginning their careers in service.

Congratulations to the 54th Regional Recruit Class!

The Memphis Police Department celebrated the graduation of nine officers and one lieutenant from the 24th TACT School — one of the nation’s most elite law enforcement special operations selection courses.

Throughout the demanding training, participants were tested in fi****ms proficiency, tactical entry operations, airborne and waterborne operations, and rigorous physical conditioning.

During the ceremony, Deputy Chief Hines also presented Chief Davis with a certificate recognizing her as an honorary member of the TACT/Bomb Unit.

While the training is intense, the mission remains constant: preserving life.

Congratulations to the newest TACT members!

The MPD Fugitive Unit has taken a homicide suspect into custody following two separate shootings on May 17, including a deadly shooting on Driftwood Avenue.

Investigators identified the suspect, secured warrants, and the Fugitive Unit located him by utilizing investigative leads. He was arrested without incident on Friday.

Read more here:

Fugitive Unit Apprehends Suspect Connected to the Deadly May 17 Shooting - Memphis Police Department On May 22, 2026, the Memphis Police Department Fugitive Unit located and arrested 19-year-old Jayvon Wilson, who was wanted in connection with two separate shootings that occurred on May 17, including one that resulted in a homicide.

Join us as we celebrate the graduation of the 149th Class of the Memphis Police Department Training Academy!

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