Memphis Man Arrested After Allegedly Transporting Woman’s Body
A man has been arrested in Memphis, Tennessee, after allegedly shooting a woman in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and driving with her body in the passenger seat for over five hours. The victim was discovered during a traffic stop, and the…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 15, 2026 —
A man has been arrested in Memphis, Tennessee, in connection with the death of a woman whose body was discovered in his vehicle. The suspect was apprehended after a traffic stop, according to authorities.
Law enforcement officials stated that the man allegedly shot the woman in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Following the incident, he is reported to have driven with the victim’s body in the passenger seat of his car for more than five hours before being stopped by officers in Memphis.
The exact timeline of events and the specific circumstances leading to the discovery are still under investigation. The victim’s identity has not been publicly released at this time.
The suspect is currently being held in Memphis and is awaiting extradition to Louisiana, where he will face murder charges related to the incident. Further details regarding the investigation are expected as authorities in both states continue their work.
The name of the suspect was not immediately available. Information regarding the cause of death or the motive behind the alleged crime has also not been disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by WAFB News staff, Jordan Gartner on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
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