Friday, May 09, 2008
DA News
Memphis Man Convicted for Shaking, Beating, Killing Infant Daughter
Friday, April 25, 2008 (88 reads)

A jury found Eric Cathey, 30, guilty as indicted for first degree murder in the perpetration of aggravated child abuse, aggravated child abuse and aggravated child neglect. He will spend life in prison for the murder and faces up to 25 years in prison for both additional charges.

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Memphis Police Target Known Prostitutes, Prostitution Promoters; D.A.'s Office Files Nuisance Actions Against Two "Drug Houses"
Thursday, April 24, 2008 (137 reads)

Operation: Fallen Angel resulted in 72 criminal indictments on felony drug charges against 56 convicted prostitutes, plus warrants for an additional 12 adults and three juveniles. The houses closed as public nuisances sit less than one half mile from an elementary school.

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D.A.'s Office 2007 Annual Report Shows Progress in Fight Against Gangs, Guns, Drugs
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 (115 reads)

Statistics about prosecutor caseload and crime area available now by clicking on the "INFORMATION" tab at the top of the page, then clicking on "Annual Report."

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"Wheels for Deals" Operation Results in Dozens of Arrests, Vehicles Seized; D.A.'s Office to Seek Forfeiture of Vehicles
Tuesday, April 22, 2008 (167 reads)

Memphis police vice unit operation targeted prostitution hot spots on Lamar Avenue.

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Final Two Motels Targeted in Operation Heartbreak Hotel Declared Public Nuisances
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 (146 reads)

All personal property inside Garden Inn & Suites and Royal Inn & Suites have been awarded to the state. Items will be sold at auction in the coming weeks.

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