Teen Charged in Memphis Weed Shooting

In a shocking East Memphis incident, 18-year-old Kobe Benson and 19-year-old Josiah Blackwell face serious charges after a marijuana deal turned deadly. On June 7, police responded to a shooting where a man was critically wounded after allegedly being robbed and shot twice by Benson, who demanded payment before pulling the trigger. Benson also stole the victim’s phone and weed, then fled. The victim identified Benson from a photo lineup and even provided an Instagram video of him with the gun used. Blackwell, who admitted he was driving, is charged as an accomplice. Benson’s bond is $300,000; Blackwell’s is $80,000. Both are set for court this Friday. 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/8664b10745647467