Three suspects at large after deadly shooting at Memphis apartment complex

Police say a man was killed in the Hickory Hill neighborhood on Tuesday evening.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:33am

The Memphis Police Department is searching for three male suspects after a deadly shooting at an apartment complex in the Hickory Hill neighborhood on Tuesday night. Officers responded to a call for help around 6:36 p.m. and found a man who was pronounced dead at the scene at The Park at Paisley Apartments. The suspects were last seen fleeing east on Knight Arnold Road.

Why it matters

Gun violence and apartment complex shootings have been an ongoing issue in Memphis, with the city experiencing high rates of violent crime in recent years. This incident marks the second shooting at an apartment complex in the Hickory Hill area within the past 24 hours, raising concerns about public safety in the neighborhood.

The details

According to police, three male suspects wearing all-black clothing were involved in the shooting at The Park at Paisley Apartments. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the suspects or the incident to contact CrimeStoppers.

  • The shooting occurred around 6:36 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
  • A separate shooting at another apartment complex in Hickory Hill left a man critically injured on Monday night.

The players

Memphis Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting and searching for the suspects.

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What’s next

Police are continuing their investigation and search for the three suspects involved in the shooting. They are asking the public to come forward with any information that could help identify or locate the suspects.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges Memphis faces with gun violence and the need for comprehensive solutions to improve public safety in the city's neighborhoods.