National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man during pursuit, police say
Summary
Two Tennessee National Guard members fatally shot a man they were chasing near downtown Memphis early Sunday morning. The man reportedly turned toward the soldiers with a gun, prompting them to open fire; the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into the case.Key Facts
- The shooting happened around 4 a.m. during a foot pursuit after reports of gunshots in Memphis.
- The deceased was identified as 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson.
- National Guard members involved are part of the Memphis Safe Task Force, a federal-local crime-fighting group started last year under President Trump’s administration.
- No officers were hurt during the incident.
- Attempts at first aid were made at the scene by National Guard medical specialists but the man died there.
- Memphis Mayor Paul Young called the event “unfortunate” and is awaiting the investigation results before commenting further.
- Federal troops, including the National Guard, have been patrolling Memphis since October, with support from Tennessee’s Republican governor but opposition from local Democratic leaders.
- Some Memphis residents have filed lawsuits claiming the task force has interfered with their rights to film police activities and engaged in retaliatory behavior.
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