Full Breakdown
Shooting Leaves One Dead and Three Injured in Southeast Memphis
8/31/2026, 4:01:13 AM
Core Incident
Memphis Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning at 6433 Winchester Road in the city’s southeast sector. Officers arrived at the scene shortly after 2 a.m. and found two men who had been shot. One victim was pronounced dead at the scene, while the second was transported to a hospital in non-critical condition. A total of three additional individuals sustained injuries during the incident.
Police Findings and Ongoing Investigation
According to Memphis Police, the shooting followed a physical altercation in the parking lot. During the confrontation, a man discharged a firearm before fleeing the area with a female companion. The suspect and the woman later presented themselves at a Mississippi hospital in a private vehicle, where both received treatment for non-critical injuries and are now detained. Police are also searching for a second suspect described as a man wearing a blue shirt who fled the scene in a white sedan. Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Data Summary
- Fatalities: 1 (victim pronounced dead at the scene)
- Injured: 3 (including the second shooting victim and two others)
- Suspects: 2 detained (the shooter and a female companion); 1 at large (described as wearing a blue shirt, last seen in a white sedan)
Official Response
Memphis Police emphasized that the investigation remains active and that they are pursuing all leads to locate the remaining suspect. The department reiterated its request for public assistance and highlighted the importance of community cooperation in resolving the case.
Next Steps
Law enforcement continues to canvass the area for witnesses and evidence. The search for the suspect in the white sedan is ongoing, and investigators have not indicated a timeline for any further arrests or charges.
