Memphis, December 27, 2025
Memphis has seen a surge in violent incidents over the last 48 hours, with multiple shootings resulting in fatalities and injuries. Key incidents include shootings in Parkway Village, Whitehaven, and Kirby Parkway, alongside aggravated assault in the Crosstown area. Law enforcement is actively investigating these cases as community safety remains a top priority.
Memphis, Tennessee: Recent Shooting Incidents
Memphis, Tennessee – Over the past 48 hours, Memphis has experienced multiple shooting incidents, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Below is a summary of these events:
December 25, 2025: Parkway Village Shooting
At approximately 2:40 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at Watson Street and Ashwood Street in Parkway Village. Two male victims were found and pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information indicates a prior altercation before the shooting. The identities and ages of the victims have not been released. Multiple police units were present, and roads in the area were closed for investigation.
December 25, 2025: Whitehaven Apartment Complex Shooting
At 4:06 p.m., a shooting occurred at the Winchester Grove Apartments in Whitehaven. Officers observed the suspects’ vehicle leaving the scene and pursued them until they fled on foot approximately four miles north. All five occupants were detained. A gunshot victim arrived at a local hospital with fatal wounds and was pronounced dead shortly after. A heavy law enforcement presence, including uniformed National Guard members, remained in the area as of 6:45 p.m.
December 25, 2025: Kirby Parkway Homicide
At 11:06 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at 4138 Kirby Parkway. A male victim was found and pronounced deceased at the scene. A second individual with a gunshot wound arrived at the hospital in non-critical condition. The two individuals were involved in an altercation before the shooting. Ja’Vonte Cooper, 19, was charged with Second Degree Murder and Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.
December 24, 2025: Aggravated Assault in Crosstown Area
Alicia Marshell Williams, 24, turned herself in to the Memphis Police Department after allegedly shooting a man twice in front of his girlfriend and three small children on December 24. Williams is charged with five counts of aggravated assault, attempted second-degree murder, domestic assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony. The victim was hospitalized in critical condition but was upgraded to non-critical condition and is now fully functional and able to speak as of Christmas Day.
December 24, 2025: Stabbing in Cordova
Frank Jackson, 42, was apprehended in West Memphis after allegedly stabbing a 16-year-old at a Cordova gas station on December 21. The teenager was hospitalized in critical condition but is expected to recover. Jackson was booked into the Shelby County jail on December 23 and is being held on a $50,000 bail. His next court date is December 29.
Background Context
Memphis has faced a series of violent incidents in recent days, including shootings and stabbings. The Memphis Police Department continues to investigate these cases and urges the public to come forward with any information that may assist in resolving these incidents. Community safety remains a priority, and law enforcement agencies are working diligently to address and prevent such occurrences.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in Parkway Village on December 25, 2025?
At approximately 2:40 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at Watson Street and Ashwood Street in Parkway Village. Two male victims were found and pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information indicates a prior altercation before the shooting. The identities and ages of the victims have not been released. Multiple police units were present, and roads in the area were closed for investigation.
Who was arrested in connection with the Kirby Parkway homicide?
Ja’Vonte Cooper, 19, was charged with Second Degree Murder and Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony in connection with the shooting at 4138 Kirby Parkway on December 25, 2025.
What charges does Alicia Marshell Williams face?
Alicia Marshell Williams, 24, is charged with five counts of aggravated assault, attempted second-degree murder, domestic assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony after allegedly shooting a man twice in front of his girlfriend and three small children on December 24, 2025.
What is the status of the 16-year-old stabbed in Cordova?
The 16-year-old victim was hospitalized in critical condition following the stabbing at a Cordova gas station on December 21, 2025. The teenager is expected to recover.
Key Features of Recent Shooting Incidents in Memphis
| Date | Location | Incident | Victims | Suspects | Charges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 25, 2025 | Parkway Village | Shooting | 2 male victims (identities not released) | Unknown | Under investigation |
| December 25, 2025 | Whitehaven | Shooting at apartment complex | 1 male victim (pronounced dead at hospital) | 5 suspects detained | Under investigation |
| December 25, 2025 | Kirby Parkway | Homicide | 1 male victim (pronounced dead at scene) | Ja’Vonte Cooper, 19 | Second Degree Murder, Employment of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony |
| December 24, 2025 | Crosstown area | Aggravated assault | 1 male victim (hospitalized in critical condition, upgraded to non-critical) | Alicia Marshell Williams, 24 | Five counts of aggravated assault, attempted second-degree murder, domestic assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony |
| December 21, 2025 | Cordova | Stabbing | 1 male victim (hospitalized in critical condition, expected to recover) | Frank Jackson, 42 | Aggravated assault |
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- @3onyourside (December 20, 2025, 7:53 PM) A man was shot in an early Saturday morning attack in Midtown Memphis, with one man charged with attempted second-degree murder and other gun charges. View on X
- @3onyourside (December 21, 2025, 7:13 PM) A man was shot to death after an argument overnight in East Memphis, according to police reports. View on X
- @3onyourside (December 22, 2025, 2:23 PM) A teen was jailed after a brotherly dispute over food escalated into violence involving a shooting. View on X
- @ABC24Memphis (December 21, 2025, 5:34 PM) A man was shot in Memphis after arguing with several other men, as reported by local police. View on X
- @ABC24Memphis (December 27, 2025, 5:21 AM) A man was shot just after 2 p.m. on Nedra Avenue in Memphis and taken to the hospital in non-critical condition. View on X
- @TWTN1015 (December 27, 2025, 1:33 AM) One person was airlifted to Memphis following a shooting on Roosevelt Parkway, with Jackson PD investigating. View on X
- @jjsheedy (December 23, 2025, 11:45 PM) Two suspected gang members were arrested for a fatal shooting at a Memphis short-term rental during a weekend party, where police found multiple firearms. View on X
- @TWTN1015 (December 23, 2025, 9:12 PM) The Memphis Safe Task Force reported 33 arrests, 8 firearms seized, and 1 missing child recovered overnight. View on X
- @CrweWorld (December 21, 2025, 2:45 AM) The Memphis Safe Task Force arrested an armed driver following an injury crash as part of zero-tolerance efforts. View on X
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