Memphis, Tennessee
Created from a triaged discovery candidate. Triage note: Verified press release of 13 children recovered, no duplicate. Record investigated and found to be accurate and supported by official press release.
The Memphis Safe Task Force is a multi-agency initiative established via a Presidential Memorandum signed by President Donald Trump on Sept. 15, 2025. Aimed at addressing violent street crime, the task force coordinates federal, state, and local law enforcement and includes mobilized members of the Tennessee National Guard. The MSTF is focused on arresting violent criminals, clearing warrants, seizing firearms, and locating missing children.
Source wording: “Memphis, TN - The Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) in August executed 853 arrests and recovered 118 illegal firearms. Of those arrested, 14 were for homicide, 50 were for controlled substances, 74 were for firearms violations, 11 for sex offenses 50 were juveniles and 122 were known gang members. The task force recovered 13 missing children.”
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supporting US Marshals Service — MSTF August Wrap-Up: 853 Arrested, 118 Guns Seized, 13 Children Recovered 2026-09-01Supports: Verification of the recovery of 13 children during a regional event.