Tag: Scoop Memphis

Ja’mia Estell illegally sells alcoholic beverages with minor present

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

On April 20th, 21-year-old Ja’mia Estell was caught selling alcohol illegally in a parking lot near South Main Street. When officers made contact with Estell, she admitted to selling beverages that contained alcohol. Estell was with a juvenile as well on the scene and was unable to provide a permit or paperwork for the sale of alcohol. After verifying Estell’s identity, she was found to have a warrant for theft of property and was placed into custody. Jakaisha Lucas, who was also with Estell, refused to obey officers’ commands and was also placed in custody. Estell was taken into custody for contributing to the delinquency of a child and unlawful sale of an alcoholic beverage 

Lawrencea Kelly charged after officers discover outstanding vehicle theft charge from Missouri

Earnest Zion Emerson

20-year-old Lawrencea Kelly was taken into custody on April 20th for being a fugitive from justice. Officers got a “hit” from the National Crime Information Center, showing that Kelly had an outstanding theft of a motor vehicle charge from Missouri. Then, officers confirmed this with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department. Lawrencea Kelly was detained for the incident.

Precious Whitfield gets tased by police after threatening woman with baseball bat

Earnest Zion Emerson

20-year-old Precious Whitfield threatened Tatia Grady with a baseball bat on Loraine Road on April 20th. Grady called the police, stating she was on the scene of a shooting when Whitfield came at her with a metal bat, placing her in fear of bodily injury. Officers arrived and witnessed the incident. Whitfield then charged at Grady, prompting her to hide behind an officer. Officers had to tase Whitfield to prevent her from striking Grady. Whitfield was taken into custody for aggravated assault.

Crystal Thompson escorted out of Walgreens after eating multiple items without paying

Earnest Zion Emerson

35-year-old Crystal Thompson was caught stealing merchandise from Walgreens on Knight Arnold Road in the early hours of April 20th. Upon arrival, officers observed Thompson being escorted out of the establishment, eating a bag of chips and drinking coconut water. Officers later discovered that the items were not paid for. Then, the police spoke with Jasmine Daniels, the shift lead manager of Walgreens. Daniels advised them that Thompson had entered the store, filled a basket with various items, and began eating some of the items while walking around. Then, Daniels informed other employees and asked Thompson to check out her basket. During which Thompson told the employees that she lost her debit card in the store and was going to look for it. When she walked away, she started picking up more items and eating them. Then, Daniels had Thompson escorted out of the business. Thompson was taken into custody for theft.

Nekesta Townsel kicks 15 year old girl in head, hits her with car during dispute

Earnest Zion Emerson

36-year-old Nekesta Denean Townsel had an altercation with Fallon Batts and her 15-year-old daughter, C. Suggs, at a Golden Avenue Residence late April 19th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Batts, who said she told Suggs to get her siblings from Golden Avenue. This is where Townsel approached her and accused her of soliciting. Then, Suggs told her she was on the phone with a friend. This was when Townsel took her Samsung Galaxy 14 cell phone, hung it up, and threw it to the ground, causing it to break. Suggs said Townsel then pushed her several times, sparking a fight, where they fell to the ground. She told officers that Townsel kicked her in the head and then went to her Kia Forte. Townsel then grabbed a steering wheel club and chased Suggs around. Suggs started walking home, during which Townsel entered her car and struck her with it. This left bruises on the left side of Suggs’ head and a cut on her right arm. The cellphone is worth $200. Suggs’s mother, Batts, arrived at the scene in her black Ford Ranger and blocked Townsel in. Townsel then rammed Batts’ Ranger repeatedly, causing damage. Townsel was taken into custody for two counts of aggravated assault and vandalism.

Thalia Yancey-Chalmers punches police officer after refusing to leave hotel

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

59-year-old Thalia Yancey-Chalmers assaulted a police officer at a hotel near Hickory Hill Road on April 19th. When officers arrived on the scene, they spoke with the property’s general manager, who stated that Chalmers had not paid for her room but was still in there. Officers then spoke with Chalmer’s husband, who advised that he had a place for them to stay. Despite this, Chalmer still refused to leave the hotel. Officers began speaking to Chalmers, informed her she needed to leave, and grabbed her by the arm to detain her. Chalmers then began swinging violently and punched an officer in the chest. Once the officer was struck in the chest, he reflexively punched Chalmers in the face. Chalmers was given medical attention and was taken into custody for assault on a first responder on April 20th. 

Kenesha Tyson hits boyfriend in head with BB gun during argument

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

On April 19th, 33-year-old Kenesha Tyson was involved in a domestic incident with her boyfriend, Karvelt Brown, at an Emerald Hils Drive residence. When officers arrived on the scene, they observed brown in the front of the home, bleeding from his head. Brown stated Tyson struck him with a firearm after they argued their bedroom. Officers entered the residence, where they located Tyson carrying a black bookbag and purse. Officers proceeded to search both, finding a BB gun made to look like a Glock handgun, a small baggie containing a green substance, and a transparent pink glass pipe. Tyson alleged she was involved in the argument with Brown but never mentioned striking him with the BB gun. The green substance tested positive for marijuana and weighed in at 1.2 grams. Tyson was taken into custody for domestic assault, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. 

Booster Kelsey Mercer steals $1,299 worth of merchandise from Target

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

28-year-old Kelsey Mercer was taken into custody after stealing from a Target near Highway 64 in multiple incidents between January 30th and March 21st. On January 30th, Mercer arrived at Target in her vehicle and entered the store with two other people. All three individuals conceal merchandise in a bag and walk out of the store without paying, the stolen items totaling $789.98. On March 21st, Mercer and another person entered the Target, placed merchandise in their backpack, and walked out with a total of $509.96. They leave in Mercer’s vehicle, and she is identified as the owner of the car by Target loss prevention on March 26th. The total amount of stolen merchandise was $1,299.94. Mercer was taken into custody on April 19th for theft.

Meisha Scruggs swings at man in front of police after he takes too long to leave

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

On April 19th, 30-year-old Meisha Scruggs was involved in a domestic incident with Ladarren Easley at her Shady Vista Drive residence. When officers arrived, they spoke with Scruggs, who stated she wanted Easley to leave. Scruggs said she got upset when he took his time getting his items. Scruggs continued to be upset and swung at Easley in front of officers and was detained. Scruggs was deemed to be the primary aggressor and was taken into custody for domestic assault 

DUI: Kyla Crump hits trailer connected to Ford F-250 after having two mixed drinks

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

On April 19th, 25-year-old Kyla Crump was taken into custody for driving under the influence near Poplar Avenue. When officers arrived, they spoke with Crump, who insisted she only had a shot of alcohol and two mixed drinks. Crump also said she was driving her vehicle before her friend, Jametris Perry, grabbed the steering wheel. She stated this caused the car to enter the emergency lane, striking a trailer connected to a Ford F-250. Officers were unable to conduct a sobriety test due to Crump having a knee injury and having asthma. Officers then requested a whiskey unit after placing Crump into custody, and her blood was drawn subsequently. Crump was taken into custody for failure to exercise due care, driving under the influence, reckless driving, public intoxication, no driver’s license, and violation of financial law.