Public Safety and Law Enforcement Concerns
Summary
Residents voiced deep concerns regarding recent violent incidents involving task forces and military personnel operating in city streets, calling on the council and MPD to exert oversight.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 20
- Last 30 days
- 12
Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
While this meeting itself doesn't cost extra, it could pave the way for new federal grants and funding to help fight crime in our city.
Memphis residents seeking greater police accountability.
Residents affected by violent crime and heavy-handed policing.
Mentions & discussions (21)
DA releases video of fatal shooting by National Guard
The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office has released several videos of the death of 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson, who was shot and killed by members of the National Guard on July 5.
2 teens critically injured in East Memphis shooting
This story has been updated with new information, including the victim's ages. MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Two teens were left critically injured in an East Memphis shooting Sunday night, police say. MPD said just after 5 p.m., officers responded to a shooting...
Videos from fatal National Guard shooting in Memphis released
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County District Attorney's Office on Monday released a series of surveillance and body camera videos showing the fatal shooting of Tyrin Johnson by National Guard troops in downtown Memphis this summer. One of those videos...
Reward increases as manhunt intensifies for escaped killer Jacob Morley
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The search for escaped convicted murderer Jacob Morley remains a top priority for law enforcement agencies across the country, and for the family of the man he was convicted of killing, every day he remains free is another day of un...
DA says his office moving through felony cases faster despite heavier workload
“We have been having to staff two new courtrooms without any extra staff,” Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy said.
Violent-crime rate continues slide, led by robbery decline
Memphis’ major violent-crime rate has continued falling throughout the year, according to the latest data from the Memphis Shelby Crime Commission.
Attorney General touts success of Trump task force in Memphis
Attorney General touts success of Trump task force in Memphis Tennessee Lookout
One year in, has the Memphis Safe Task Force made the city safer?
One year in, has the Memphis Safe Task Force made the city safer? WPLN News
How to Ensure Kids Don’t Inherit a City as Violent as the One They Were Born Into
How to Ensure Kids Don’t Inherit a City as Violent as the One They Were Born Into The Trace
AG Blanche to host Task Force meeting in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Attorney General Todd Blanche will host a Memphis Safe Task Force roundtable in Memphis on Friday, according to an advisory sent by the Justice Department on Thursday. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, Police Chief C.J. Davis, U.S. Attorney D. ...
Trump sent the military to Memphis to fight crime. Here’s what happened.
Trump sent the military to Memphis to fight crime. Here’s what happened. The Christian Science Monitor
Memphis Safe Task Force marks one year in the city
Memphis Safe Task Force marks one year in the city Daily Memphian
Progress happens when a city comes together. When you call. When you speak up. When you stay involved. When you keep showing up. Across Memphis, crime is down, and our community has played an important role in that progress. Because of you, we’re
Progress happens when a city comes together. When you call. When you speak up. When you stay involved. When you keep showing up. Across Memphis, crime is down, and our community has played an important role in that progress. Because of you, we’re Fa...
Beale Street businesses ride out Memphis law enforcement surge
Beale Street businesses ride out Memphis law enforcement surge Tennessee Lookout
After four killings and a revealing autopsy, Memphis is fed up with the national guard takeover
After four killings and a revealing autopsy, Memphis is fed up with the national guard takeover The Guardian
Memphis plans for possible departure of National Guard
Memphis plans for possible departure of National Guard WREG.com
One Of The Most Dangerous Destinations In America Is A Popular Tennessee Tourist City
One Of The Most Dangerous Destinations In America Is A Popular Tennessee Tourist City Yahoo
Memphis city leaders discuss Memphis Safe Task Force transition plan out
Memphis city leaders discuss Memphis Safe Task Force transition plan out Action News 5
Trump officials offer cities tens of millions for Memphis-style police surges – with conditions
Trump officials offer cities tens of millions for Memphis-style police surges – with conditions The Guardian
City Council Full Meeting - Jul 7, 2026
Residents voiced deep concerns regarding recent violent incidents involving task forces and military personnel operating in city streets, calling on the council and MPD to exert oversight.
Memphis crime continued its yearslong decline this quarter
Memphis crime continued its yearslong decline this quarter
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