Memphis Shootings
August 4th, 2008This short article from the Commercial Appeal outlines the details of the shootings that took place near Summer Avenue. There were multiple shootings in a short period of time that lead to a 3-car pileup.
July 18th, 2008
The recent string of arson in the city of Memphis has been brought to a close. The Memphis Police Department finally apprehended and charged a suspect with burning down 6 buildings in the 1400 block of Jefferson.
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During break-ins, intruders have a tendancy to take things. This intruder left behind something:
July 10th, 2008From Memphis Commercial Appeal: Perplexing break-in leaves behind a goat in Collierville home
3 Youths Arrested for Home Break-in
July 9th, 2008It may be time to put an end to long summer breaks from school. After a video surveillance camera caught burglars in the act of breaking into a home, Sherrif’s spokesman Steve Shuler notes that “when kids are bored they often get into trouble.” Click the link for the Commercial Appeal story:
Collierville Burglary Suspect in Custody
July 9th, 2008Following a press release with photo and several Crime Stoppers calls, burglary suspect turns himself in to Collierville Police. This article from the Commercial Appeal outlines the details.
Rising Crime in America’s Mid-Sized Cities
June 25th, 2008Memphis crime is a hot topic these days, leading residents to think more about home security and other means to protect themselves and their property. In Sept., 2007 The Commercial Appeal announced “Memphis Leads U.S. in Violent Crime.” While crime has been drastically reduced in major cities such as Los Angeles and New York City, the mid-sized cities such as Memphis, Louisville, and Kansas City have seen a surge of violent crime spreading throughout the suburbs without apparent rhyme or reason. Recent research suggests a link between the massive tear-downs of public housing projects and the surge and spread of crime. Read the article linked below for more information:
Germantown Home Invasions
June 25th, 2008Memphis-area law enforcement continue to investigate a string of recent home invasions. Germantown Police catch 5 suspects when a high-speed chase ends this morning in North Memphis. This Commercial Appeal article has the details:
Home Security Vacation Check
June 25th, 2008This is a link to a service offered by the Germantown Police Department for Germantown residents who will be away from home for at least 4 days. Follow the link for instructions to have the police check of your home while you’re away.
Are gated communities really safer?
June 25th, 2008Is a gated community safer? Like security systems and video cameras, gates seem to provide peace of mind to the residents within. This Commercial Appeal article reveals some issues about gating that are worth considering, including the effects on property values, long-term costs to the community, and the absence of statistical evidence of the return on investment.
Armed Robbery of Convenience Store Caught on Tape
June 25th, 2008There really can’t be enough said for the role that video surveillance plays when it comes to catching criminals. This is a story from WREG Channel 3 news about just that. Even when you aren’t expecting it, video can come in quite handy as incriminating evidence in a crime trial.
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