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Two charged in deadly shooting on Apple Blossom Drive

Two people were charged with first-degree murder, according to Memphis Police.
Credit: WATN

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two people were charged days after a deadly shooting took place in the 5400 block of Apple Blossom Dr., according to Memphis Police. 

Memphis Police Department (MPD) officers said they responded shortly before 2 p.m. Saturday, March 2 and found one victim, who was transported to Regional One in critical condition.

This man later died, MPD said.

Police said a woman and man, Kiauna Newsom, 29, and Justin Howard, 32, were both charged with first-degree murder on March 5, 2024, for the shooting.


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