Shelby County News

Memphis Man Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fund Fraud

Dardanius Coleman sentenced to 21 months for defrauding over $2 million from PPP.

Lane Closures Announced for West Tennessee

Temporary lane closures are expected across various regions in West Tennessee for construction and repair.
Memphis Man Sentenced to 45 Years for Drug and Firearm Offenses
Kendrick Watson receives 45-year federal prison sentence for drug distribution and firearm crimes.
Mt. Juliet Man Arrested for Capitol Breach Assault
A man from Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, faces charges for assaulting law enforcement during the January 6 Capitol breach.
Second Phase of Lamar Avenue Project Begins
Construction on Lamar Avenue’s second phase starts with nightly lane closures from August 5.
Arkansas Man Faces Federal Child Exploitation Charges
Daniel Kelly of Jonesboro, Arkansas, indicted on federal child exploitation charges.
Memphis Man Sentenced for Hobbs Act Robbery
Malik Motley sentenced to 303 months for Hobbs Act robbery and firearm discharge.
West Tennessee Construction Updates for July 31 – August 7, 2024
Lane closures in various counties in West Tennessee for road repairs and resurfacing.
Final Defendant in Tennessee Drug Trafficking Case Sentenced
Julio Esparza received a 70-month federal prison sentence for drug trafficking activities in Tennessee.
Gibson County Man Sentenced for Child Pornography Crimes
Jason Daniel Smith receives a 15-year federal prison sentence for child pornography offenses.

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