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Pictures released of suspect in deadly shooting near Uptown Memphis

Memphis Police said the shooting happened around 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 2023, near Ayers and Griffith Place.

Credit: Memphis Police Department

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police have released surveillance pictures of a suspect in a deadly shooting in the Uptown area Wednesday.

According to MPD, about 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 2023, officers responded to a shooting in the area of Ayers Street and Griffith Place. One man was found shot several times, and he died on the scene. MPD said at the time another man was taken in non-critical condition to Regional One Hospital by private car.

MPD said Friday surveillance video showed a man in all-white clothing firing several shots at the victim in close range. They said video showed the suspect running away westbound from Griffith Place toward Pearce St.

MPD said the man seen in the video in the black hoodie and white pants is also a person of interest in this case.

Anyone with information about this incident should call CrimeStoppers at 528-CASH.

Homicide Suspect Ayers Street and Griffith Place Report #2304022203ME MEMPHIS, TN - On Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at 5:46 pm, officers responded to a call of shots fired at Ayers Street and Griffith Place. Officers located a male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. Surveillance video showed a male wearing all-white clothing firing numerous shots in close range of the victim. The suspect fled the scene on foot westbound on Griffith Pl towards Pearce Street. The male in the black hoodie and white pants is also a person of interest in this case. Anyone with information about this incident should call Crime Stoppers at 528-CASH. You will be given a secret ID number, and your identification will remain completely anonymous. You can also submit your tip at http://www.crimestopmem.org, where you will be able to review wanted fugitives and safely send investigators any helpful information on the suspect or suspects responsible for this crime. You can submit anonymous tips from our free and secure mobile app by searching your app store for "P3 Tips". If an arrest is made, you could be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.00 from Crime Stoppers of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc.
Posted by Memphis Police Department est.1827 on Friday, May 5, 2023