Police Pursuit Policy
Summary
A tragic crash in Hickory Hill involving Memphis Police resulted in five deaths, including a teenager, sparking major concerns about the city's police pursuit rules. People are demanding clearer answers on when and how officers should chase suspects.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
- 1
Impact analysis
The city could face massive lawsuits and payout costs from the families of the victims involved in the crash.
No groups benefit from this tragic loss of life, though it does push the city to review and potentially improve dangerous police tactics.
The families of the five victims, including the teen who died in the crash, bear the ultimate cost of this high-speed pursuit.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Teen girl is 5th victim in fatal Hickory Hill crash, family says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Questions remain in Hickory Hill, just days after five people were killed in a car crash that involved Memphis Police. Loved ones told WREG the fifth victim in this crash was a minor; however, the teen’s family does not want her nam...
National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man during pursuit, police say
National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man during pursuit, police say PBS
DA releases video from chase leading to fatal National Guard shooting
DA releases video from chase leading to fatal National Guard shooting
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