News Releases
News Releases
As part of our commitment to transparency, the Shelby County DA’s Office issues press releases and updates for our community.
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Erica R. Williams, Director of Communications and Public Affairs
Today, Ladarrin Ceazer was convicted by a jury for the shooting and killing of his ex-girlfriend, Kiara Cooper, in September 2022. Cooper’s mother witnessed the tragic incident. Following the shooting, Ceazer fled the scene.
“We've been committed to justice for Alicia Franklin and Liza Fletcher since the awful crimes against them.
Shelby, County, TN—Quandarius Richardson, the man charged with First Degree Murder in connection with the murder of former Greater Memphis Chamber President and CEO Phil Trenary, will serve 35 years behind bars with no chance of parole.
Richard Higgs has been convicted by a jury on charges of Sexual Battery by an Authority Figure and Incest. The charges stem from an incident that occurred in July 2019, where Higgs sexually assaulted two family members. Reports indicate that Higgs molested the 14-year-old family member in a bathroom.
Shelby County, TN—Following a week-long trial that ended Saturday, Enoch Turner has been convicted by a jury for the murders of 32-year-old Heather Cook and her 4-month-old son, Bentley Cook, in 2019.
Shelby County, TN— On Tuesday, May 7, following witness testimony and the compelling argument presented by the State at the preliminary hearing, Judge Karen Massey found probable cause for the charge of First Degree Murder on Jarius Hibbler and set a $3 million bond.
In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, the Shelby County District Attorney's Office hosted a bridge lighting ceremony, illuminating the Memphis Bridge to honor victims of crime.
In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, the Shelby County District Attorney's Office will host a bridge lighting ceremony, illuminating the Memphis Bridge to honor victims of crime. The ceremony will take place on April 27 at 7:30 PM, symbolizing our community's commitment to support and remember those affected by crime.
Today, District Attorney Mulroy officially declined to pursue criminal charges against any of the MPD officers present during the tragic death of MPD Officer Joseph McKinney on April 12.
Our office recently released a statement with our intent to file a motion to transfer the 17-year-old involved in the officer-involved shooting to adult court. Within the statement, we detailed the charges against him. Since then, some questions have arisen regarding the absence of a murder charge.
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