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Suspect Jayden Dandridge in Fatal Downtown Memphis Shooting Found Dead in Houston, Second Suspect Still at Large

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MEMPHIS, TN – One of the suspects wanted in connection with a deadly downtown Memphis shooting that injured Houston rapper Sauce Walka has been found dead in Houston, authorities confirmed.

The Memphis Police Department announced Monday that 21-year-old Jayden Dandridge, who was facing charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder, was discovered deceased.

Details regarding the circumstances of his death have not yet been released.

Dandridge was one of two suspects identified in the March 22 shooting outside the Westin Hotel on Lt. George W. Lee Avenue near the FedEx Forum.

Officers responded to the scene around 2:42 p.m. and discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds.

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One victim, 27-year-old Leteroian Hunt, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The second victim, Houston rapper Sauce Walka, whose real name is Albert Walker Mondane, 34, sustained a gunshot wound to the thigh and survived.

Following the shooting, Memphis police released surveillance footage and issued a warrant for Dandridge’s arrest.

With his death confirmed, authorities are now focused on locating the second suspect, 22-year-old Kevin Brown.

Brown is wanted on multiple charges, including first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, employment of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, and theft of property valued between $10,000 and $60,000.

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Law enforcement urges anyone with information regarding Brown’s whereabouts to contact Memphis Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH or submit an anonymous tip.

The investigation remains ongoing.


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Shooting Incident Under Investigation on Northern Spy Road in Clarks Summit

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Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred on Northern Spy Road near Gravel Pond in Clarks Summit.

According to law enforcement officials, a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound was transported to the emergency room by her brother.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.

In response to the incident, SWAT teams have been activated, as a male suspect remains inside the residence.

Law enforcement is working to secure the scene and ensure public safety.

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Further details regarding the victim’s condition and the status of the suspect have not yet been released.

Authorities are urging residents to avoid the area as the situation continues to unfold.


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