Crime
Victims Killed in Temple Shooting Identified
TEMPLE, TX — The Temple Police Department has released the names of the two young men who were killed in a shooting early Sunday morning.
The victims have been identified as Marcos Humberto Anaya Jr., 17, and Tristan Deon Martin, 18, both residents of Temple.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 1900 block of North 1st Street at approximately 4:09 a.m. on Sunday, April 13.
Upon arrival, officers discovered one male victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite life-saving efforts, that individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A short time later, at around 4:16 a.m., police were informed that a second victim had been transported to a local hospital by a friend.
Medical staff later confirmed that this individual had also succumbed to his injuries.
The Temple Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is currently leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Detectives are working to identify suspects, determine a motive, and gather evidence from the scene.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward. Individuals can contact the Temple Police Department directly or report tips anonymously to Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-8477.
This is an ongoing investigation. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Memphis Police are actively investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Sunday at Tom Lee Park, which left a teenager dead and prompted a large-scale law enforcement response.
According to authorities, the shooting took place during the afternoon hours while hundreds of people were gathered at the park for the Foodees Food and Culture Festival.
Officers responded to the scene and found a teenage victim suffering from gunshot wounds.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have not yet released the victim’s exact age or identity, pending notification of next of kin.
Investigators have released a limited suspect description, stating the individual is believed to be a young male dressed entirely in black, including a ski mask, at the time of the shooting.
Surveillance footage from the area is currently under review, as the park and surrounding downtown areas are equipped with multiple cameras.
David Wayne Brown, CEO of CrimeStoppers of Memphis and Shelby County, urged community members to come forward with any information—no matter how small—reiterating that all tips remain strictly anonymous.
“We know people are often afraid to speak out, worried that their identity might be revealed. But CrimeStoppers guarantees anonymity,” said Brown. “Even the smallest detail—something like the color of clothing—can help detectives piece together what happened and identify the suspect.”
Authorities are encouraging anyone who was in the area at the time of the shooting, or who may have seen anything suspicious, to contact CrimeStoppers at (901) 528-CASH. Investigators believe public assistance could be critical in solving this case.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police have not confirmed whether the shooting was targeted or random.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.