5 Arrested After Drive-By Shooting in Memphis Neighborhood

Suspects charged with attempted second-degree murder following Parkway Village incident.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:06pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on a dark, textured surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the evidence of a drive-by shooting incident.A recent wave of drive-by shootings in Memphis neighborhoods has renewed calls for stronger public safety measures and community-based solutions to gun violence.Memphis Today

Five individuals have been taken into custody in connection with a shooting that resulted in a man being hospitalized in critical condition in Memphis' Parkway Village neighborhood on Monday afternoon. The victim and three others were cleaning a yard when a black Nissan Altima with five people inside drove by and opened fire, striking the victim.

Why it matters

Drive-by shootings are a persistent problem in some Memphis neighborhoods, often stemming from gang violence and retaliatory attacks. This incident highlights the ongoing public safety challenges in the Parkway Village area, which has seen elevated levels of violent crime in recent years.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the shooting at the 3200 block of Southbridge Street and found the victim and three others less than half a mile away at the 4000 block of Camelot Lane. The suspects' vehicle was quickly located, and a traffic stop was conducted at Creighton Avenue and Crighton Cove, where all five occupants were taken into custody. The five suspects have been charged with attempted second-degree murder, with some also facing additional charges.

  • The shooting occurred on Monday afternoon, April 7, 2026.
  • Police responded to the initial call and located the suspects within minutes.

The players

K'lon Adams

A 19-year-old charged with attempted second-degree murder and use of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, with a $300,000 bond.

Jamall Mason

A 21-year-old charged with attempted second-degree murder, with a $100,000 bond.

Kobe Sanders

A 20-year-old charged with attempted second-degree murder, with no bond set.

Nicholas McClenton

A 20-year-old charged with attempted second-degree murder, with a $350,000 bond.

17-year-old female

Charged with attempted second-degree murder, tampering with or fabricating evidence, and evading arrest on foot.

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What’s next

The suspects will appear in court in the coming days, where a judge will determine if they will be granted bail and the next steps in the legal process.

The takeaway

This drive-by shooting underscores the ongoing challenges Memphis faces in addressing gun violence and public safety in certain neighborhoods. Community leaders and law enforcement will likely renew calls for stricter gun laws, better crime prevention strategies, and increased investment in at-risk areas to help curb such incidents.