Overview of Incident
On the evening of July 24, 2024, a shooting occurred at the Main Event Entertainment Center in Northeast Memphis. According to reports, the incident took place around 7:15 PM on Appling Farms Parkway. A security guard was fatally shot, and another individual has been detained by the police in connection with the incident.
Details of the Incident
Police responded to the scene and found the deceased man with a gunshot wound. Initial information suggests that the shooting may have stemmed from a verbal altercation between two individuals who were both security guards employed at the venue. The exact cause of the argument, and whether it occurred inside the Main Event or in the parking lot, is still under investigation.
Current Situation
The parking lot of the Main Event remains cordoned off with police cars and crime scene tape. Investigators are still on the scene, and no charges have yet been filed. The Main Event has not provided an immediate comment on the situation.
Public Reaction
The incident has caused concern among patrons, who are now reconsidering their choice of entertainment venues. The community is awaiting further updates as the investigation continues.
