Man With Rifle Escapes Mosque Area

A tense standoff unfolds after a man armed with a rifle was spotted loitering near the Muslim Society of Memphis mosque, sparking alarm and a manhunt. Police describe him as a 30-year-old, medium build, with short dark hair and a possible tattoo, wearing jeans and boots. He fled north toward Covington Pike, then vanished into the Wolf River Bottoms woods—drones couldn’t find him. The Muslim community is shaken, holding vigils while urging calm and unity. Authorities warn: don’t approach him, and call CrimeStoppers if you have any info. 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/ea920569d768a66b