A Teen’s Life Lost in Memphis

A seventh-grade honor student and athlete, Ladarrius Payne, was fatally shot in Memphis, leaving his mother Jaquisha Beasley devastated—she received the news while celebrating her birthday in New Orleans. The 15-year-old cousin charged with reckless homicide was among four detained after the shooting at an apartment in Imogene Heights. Ladarrius, known for his kindness, academics, and care for his siblings, is remembered through a balloon release. Now, with funeral costs draining her home-buying down payment, Jaquisha has launched a GoFundMe to help her family regain stability as they temporarily stay with relatives. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/483b33b0116fcd32