Police said the suspects were taken into custody after officers pursued a vehicle connected to gunfire near a crowd in Memphis.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Three teenagers are facing charges after Memphis police said an alleged drive-by shooting led officers on a chase through the city before the suspects were arrested.
According to investigators, officers responded after reports of shots being fired from a moving vehicle near a group of people. Police said the suspects fled the area, prompting a pursuit involving multiple officers. Authorities later stopped the vehicle and detained three teens connected to the incident.
Police have not publicly identified the suspects because of their ages, and officials have not released details about possible injuries connected to the shooting. Investigators said evidence collected during the stop helped link the teens to the reported gunfire. Charges were filed following interviews and a review of the case.
The incident added to ongoing concerns about violent crime involving young suspects in Memphis. City leaders and law enforcement officials have continued to focus on reducing gun violence and preventing shootings tied to moving vehicles and street disputes. Memphis police have increased patrols in several high-crime areas in recent months as part of broader public safety efforts.
Authorities said the investigation remains active as detectives work to determine what led to the shooting and whether additional suspects could be involved. Officials are also reviewing evidence gathered during the chase, including statements from witnesses and material recovered from the vehicle.
Police said the teens remain in custody as the case moves through the juvenile court system. Additional court hearings and updates from investigators are expected in the coming days.
Author note: Last updated May 24, 2026.