Task Force Shooting in Memphis | Bangor News

Another deadly incident involving a federal task force in Memphis: DEA agents executed a drug warrant at a hotel Wednesday morning, forced entry when the occupant refused to open the door, and fatally shot the man inside. No officers were injured, but a Memphis police officer was part of the team. This marks the second fatal shooting by a task force member in just four days — last Sunday, National Guard members killed 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson during a pursuit, claiming he turned toward them with a gun. The Memphis Safe Task Force, formed last year to deploy federal agents and National Guard troops in high-crime areas, has been active in Memphis since fall. Both shootings are under investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, with findings to be handed to the local district attorney. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/12311f2cde48d00c