Memphis, Tennessee, January 2, 2026
Memphis police are investigating a shooting incident that resulted in a man’s death on Airways Boulevard. The shooting took place at Airways Express & Gas. Surveillance footage captured moments before the victim was shot multiple times while conversing with his mother. The suspect has been described and is currently at large, prompting the police to request public assistance in the investigation.
Memphis, Tennessee: Overnight Shooting on Airways Boulevard
Memphis police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred overnight on Airways Boulevard.
At approximately 10:40 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a shooting at Airways Express & Gas, located at 4907 Airways Boulevard. Upon arrival, they found a man with critical gunshot injuries. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his wounds.
Surveillance footage from the gas station revealed that the victim and the suspect were initially inside the store together. After leaving, the victim approached the driver’s side of his mother’s truck, a 2015 Chevy Silverado. While conversing with his mother, shots were fired, striking the victim multiple times and hitting the truck. The two individuals inside the truck were unharmed.
The suspect is described as wearing a blue hoodie, a white shirt, dark pants, and white and black shoes. He was last seen fleeing southbound on Airways Boulevard.
This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Memphis Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Airways Express & Gas, 4907 Airways Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee |
| Time of Incident | Approximately 10:40 p.m. on Friday |
| Victim’s Condition | Critically injured, later died at a local hospital |
| Suspect’s Description | Blue hoodie, white shirt, dark pants, white and black shoes |
| Suspect’s Last Seen | Fleeing southbound on Airways Boulevard |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; public assistance requested |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened during the shooting on Airways Boulevard?
At approximately 10:40 p.m. on Friday, a man was fatally shot outside Airways Express & Gas, located at 4907 Airways Boulevard. Surveillance footage showed the victim and the suspect inside the store together before the shooting occurred outside the gas station.
Who was the victim in the shooting?
The victim was a man who was critically injured and later died from his wounds at a local hospital. He was conversing with his mother at the time of the shooting.
What is known about the suspect?
The suspect is described as wearing a blue hoodie, a white shirt, dark pants, and white and black shoes. He was last seen fleeing southbound on Airways Boulevard.
Is there any information on the motive behind the shooting?
The motive behind the shooting is currently under investigation. No further details have been released at this time.
How can the public assist in the investigation?
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Memphis Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit.
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