Kailon Price, 14, was killed in a gunshot in South Memphis on Friday afternoon, leaving his family and the neighborhood in shock. Officers from Memphis Police were sent to the 800 block of Kerr Avenue, a residential area off South Parkway East, shortly before 4:45 p.m. First responders had to act quickly after several callers reported shooting in the neighborhood.
When officers arrived, they found a teenage boy suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Despite medical efforts, he later died from his injuries. Family members identified the victim as Kailon Price, a young teen whose death has added to growing concerns about youth violence in the city.
Investigators have not released details about what led to the shooting, and no information has been provided regarding a possible suspect or motive. Police confirmed that the shooting occurred outdoors in the middle of the afternoon, a time when many residents were home or returning from work, heightening the shock felt throughout the neighborhood.
The section of Kerr Avenue where the shooting occurred has seen previous incidents of gun violence, and residents told reporters they were startled by the sudden burst of gunfire. Officers canvassed the area, speaking with witnesses and searching for surveillance footage that might help identify those responsible. As of the latest update, no arrests have been announced.
Memphis Police have urged anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 901‑528‑CASH, emphasizing that even small details could help move the investigation forward. Detectives continue to process evidence and interview individuals who may have seen or heard something in the moments leading up to the shooting.
As the investigation continues, Kailon Price’s family is left grieving the sudden loss of a child whose life ended far too soon. Community members have expressed frustration and heartbreak, calling for accountability and renewed efforts to protect young people in South Memphis.
