MPD investigators said several suspects fired 170+ rounds along Wales Ave. near Jackson Ave. about 4 a.m. on Sunday, July 16.
MEMPHIS, Tenn — Homes and cars were struck by a hail of bullets, and now Memphis Police are asking for the public’s help to find the suspects, who were caught on camera.
MPD officers responded to the 3900 block of Wales Ave. near Jackson Ave. near the Nutbush area about 4 a.m. on Sunday, July 16, 2023. They said they found several homes and vehicles had been hit be gunfire.
Investigators said video showed four suspect vehicles pulling into the area, and an unknown number of people getting out of the cars and shooting. They said the suspects fired several weapons, then took off northbound on Jackson Ave.
MPD investigators said they recovered 173 shell casings from the scene.
Investigators are asking that anyone who has information on the shooting or the shooters call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Aggravated Assault
3900 Block of Wales Avenue
Report #2307008491ME
MEMPHIS, TN – On July 16, 2023, at 3:58 a.m., officers responded to the 3900 Block of Wales Avenue regarding an aggravated assault. Officers advised that several homes were struck by gunfire in the area of Wales Avenue. The investigation revealed four suspect vehicles pulled into the area, and an unknown number of suspects got out of those vehicles and began firing shots. The suspects fired several weapons, striking homes and vehicles. The suspects fled the scene northbound on Jackson Avenue from Wales Avenue. There were 173 shell casings recovered at the scene.
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 can 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 from Crime Stoppers of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc.”
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Posted by Memphis Police Department est.1827 on Wednesday, July 19, 2023
