We’re here to empower you to fight crime in Memphis
About us
Memphis Crime Beat was created to give you the tools to better understand, take a stand, and lend a hand when it comes to Memphis crime.
Together, we can transform our community by speaking up and reaching out—and wrapping our arms around our most vulnerable youth.
Our goals
Help you engage in local, state, and national politics and hold leaders accountable. From senators to school board members, make a point to find out who represents you. This site will give you the tools and resources you need communicate with elected leaders and demand accountability.
Be your trusted source for information about crime-related issues, legislation, civil leadership, and events. The more you know, the more effective you can be. To make it as easy as possible for you to keep pace with information about crime in Memphis, we consolidate what you need to know here.
Share youth volunteer opportunities in Memphis. Volunteering with youth is a must when it comes to reducing crime. To help you find the perfect opportunity for you, we partner with 15+ youth organizations. By giving just one hour a week, you can help bring about big change.
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Our board
Norman Blake
Leslie Taylor
Our advisory committee
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Ben Adams
Chairman Memphis Crime Commission
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Ford Canale
City councilman
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Joe Birch
Channel 5 news anchor and civil leader
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Keith Blanchard
CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Memphis
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Elizabeth Baird
Community leader and mother-in-law of Officer Scotty Triplett
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Dr. Wiley Robinson
Former president of the Tennessee Medical Association
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Precilla Guy
COO of City Auto and CA Community Outreach
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Garrett O'Brien
Former Memphis Police officer (10 years)