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Memphis sees dramatic drop in homicides — outpacing national trends in new FBI report

Memphis sees dramatic drop in homicides — outpacing national trends in new FBI report

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Crissy Lintner, Director of Public Relations, Youth Villages901-461-3139 | Crissy.Lintner@youthvillages.org Memphis sees dramatic drop in homicides—outpacing national trends in new FBI reportLeading CVI program credits collaborative...
Mayor Young’s Message to Memphis Allies Staff

Mayor Young’s Message to Memphis Allies Staff

In the aftermath of the April 9 drive-by shooting at Memphis Allies’ Hickory Hill site, there was an outpouring of support from the community. This started with Memphis Mayor Paul Young, who called within minutes to express his concern.

Engaging One Block at a Time

Engaging One Block at a Time

Memphis Allies’ mission to reduce gun violence is carried out daily by going into the city’s neighborhoods. Sometimes when there is trouble, and other times to simply meet people where they are: to share some food and a conversation, or a laugh and provide a bouncy house and a water slide for the neighborhood kids on a hot summer day.

Memphis Allies Statement: April 9, 2025

Memphis Allies Statement: April 9, 2025

We are heartbroken over the senseless act of gun violence on Wednesday that claimed the life of a Memphis Allies program participant at one of our sites. Our hearts go out to the victim’s family and to the staff members who had been working with the young man.

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