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3 days ago
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8 arrested in Collierville for possession of firearms, drugs
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Eight people were arrested in a Collierville neighborhood for possession of drugs and firearms on Saturday, according to Collierville Police. On May 31, at 10 p.m., officers responded to a large gathering in a neighborhood near Mayfield Road. Reports say the complainant called about vehicles blocking the road. When officers arrived, they noticed many vehicles and detected a strong odor coming from several cars. Men seen carrying stolen counter, faucet on bikes after Midtown burglary Police say additional calls were received from nearby residents reporting that vehicles were parked in their yards. According to police, eight Memphians were arrested and cited for improper parking, and some were charged with multiple firearm charges, public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and possession of a controlled substance. Two people were charged with felony narcotics charges and felony firearm charges. Police seized 44 grams of marijuana, 347 Oxycodone tablets, 59 Xanax tablets, three Adderall tablets, and one handgun. Police say the Town of Collierville Code Enforcement will be following up with additional town ordinance violations with the organizer and homeowner. No injuries were reported. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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17-05-2025
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Fallen officer's son graduates, police stand by his side
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Collierville Police Department showed their support in a heartfelt way this week, by attending the high school graduation of the son of a fallen officer. Edgar Morris IV, who graduated from Ripley High School, is the son of Officer Edgar Morris III. The elder Morris died in 2021 from complications related to COVID-19. Officer Morris joined the Collierville Police Department in 2005 and served as a crash reconstruction specialist. He left behind a wife and two children. This week, one of those children reached a major milestone. Officers with the department attended Edgar's graduation to show that his father's legacy and their support live on. Those officers say they are proud to stand with him on this special occasion. Back in 2021, Collierville Police Chief Dale Lane described Officer Morris as a deeply respected member of the force. 'They absolutely loved Edgar,' Lane said. 'He was a man of integrity. He was a man of honor. He never did anything to tarnish the badge.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-04-2025
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Witness says racing may have caused I-240 car wreck
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Speeding appears to have been the cause of an accident that shut down parts of I-240 at Airways on Sunday afternoon. Now, we're learning more about who was behind the wheel and the two innocent people who were left injured. Traffic was at a standstill on Interstate 240 and Airways after a horrifying accident on Easter Sunday. Vehicles were crushed, belongings were scattered and injured people were lying on the grassy median. Memphis Police said that the 5:30 p.m. crash involved a Dodge Durango and Nissan Rogue. The driver of the Dodge admitted to police that he was driving fast. He was just 17-years-old. ORIGINAL STORY: 2 critical after wreck on I-240 near Airways The teen admitted he tried to slow down to avoid hitting the Nissan but he said the truck wouldn't slow down. It slammed into the Nissan and flipped several times in the air before landing on its roof in the grassy median. The Dodge Durango also began spinning as the 17-year-old lost control and landed in the ditch. A witness told police that the Durango and a Dodge Challenger, that wasn't in the wreck, had been traveling together at a high rate of speed shortly before the crash. It's an indication that they may have been racing and it's not the first time speed has caused problems on Memphis roadways. WREG has covered several accidents just along this stretch of 240. Accidents that brought the interstate to a standstill and left lives changed. Collierville Police addresses investigation into possible drink tampering at restaurants The 45-year-old woman was thrown from the car on Sunday and her 78-year-old passenger who was partially ejected suffered major injuries and were taken to Regional One. The 17-year-old and his 16-year-old passenger were treated on the scene. The former was slapped with a juvenile citation for failing to maintain a safe outlook. Another accident occurred near I-240 and Airways around the same time on Sunday. However, it wasn't confirmed if the two accidents were related. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-03-2025
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Multiple investigations, but few answers after mom's fatal crash into pond
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — WREG Investigators have learned new information about a mother found dead in a retention pond in East Shelby County this past weekend. We now know multiple agencies could be involved, but they all remain tight-lipped. Images from the Shelby County Sheriff's Office show the massive scene around the water in the back of a neighborhood off Walnut Grove, by a dirt road near Grays Mill Drive. Family releases more details about mom found dead in sunken car SThe Shelby County Sheriff's Office reports Kristen Fundo was still wearing her seat belt when their diving team found her body inside a submerged SUV early Saturday morning. Deputies said they didn't see any signs of foul play. Fundo was found 11 minutes from her home, according to the crash report we obtained. A rendering of her route shows her veering off the road into the water. However, the report provides very little detail. The case notes weren't attached. Fundo's husband told WREG off-camera Tuesday he knows his wife had been at a restaurant in Collierville with a friend earlier in the night, and he said he was tracking her location from another country, even though he was nine hours ahead. Around 5 a.m. his time, 8 p.m. here, he claimed he tracked his wife driving towards a pond not far from his brother's neighborhood. He showed the series of text messages he sent letting her know his brother would be 'driving by that location to see if the truck is there.' An hour later, he wrote, 'I love you. I hope you're ok. I'm panicking really bad.' Collierville Police told us a report was filed the next day regarding an incident Friday night at the restaurant where Fundo and her friend reportedly were eating. They won't say if there is a connection. They only stated, 'We will not release reports while they are under investigation,' and it could be another '6 months or more.' The sheriff's office told us they are also waiting for the autopsy. At this point, they said an official cause of death hasn't been determined. Woman's body found submerged in Shelby County pond A spokesperson did confirm the vehicle in the pond was 'implicated in an earlier hit and run.' We tried to get a copy of that crash report to find out where and when it happened, but were told the report was being reviewed. A spokesperson reiterated, 'It's still under investigation.' Wednesday morning, the tire marks and scraps of crime scene tape left behind are a reminder of a tragedy that now has loved ones searching for answers. Their agony and grief are overwhelming. Fundo was a loving mother and wife, known for her infectious smile and kind heart. She was just 35 years old. Fundo's husband told WREG his daughter attends Christ Methodist, and the school has been beyond supportive. He said they even waived his daughter's tuition. He stressed to us a family member started a Go Fund Me to help with funeral and other expenses. If you want to help, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
