Crime
16-year-old Taliyah Nichols killed in shooting on Deerskin Drive near Gainesville Avenue
Memphis, TN – The Memphis Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Deerskin Drive near Gainesville Avenue around 11:27 AM.
The victim, identified as a teenage girl named Taliyah Nichols, was pronounced dead at the scene.
MPD is actively investigating the incident and has not released any suspect information at this time.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon on the city’s north side following a reported stabbing.
Officers were dispatched shortly before 4 p.m. to the 1900 block of Carpenter Avenue after receiving a report that a security officer had been stabbed at 1914 Carpenter Ave., according to a department news release.
The address is home to the Polk County Life Services Center and Broadlawns Behavioral Health Urgent Care.
Upon arrival, officers encountered an individual believed to be responsible for the stabbing.
During that encounter, at least one officer discharged their firearm, striking the suspect.
Authorities have not yet released specific details regarding what led to the use of force.
Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene and transported both the injured security officer and the suspect to local hospitals.
Police stated that both individuals are currently listed in critical condition.
It remains unclear whether any officers were injured during the incident.
Officials emphasized that the information released thus far is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation progresses.
The area surrounding Carpenter Avenue is expected to have an increased police presence while investigators process the scene and gather evidence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.