Gunfire Erupts in South Memphis: Residents Left Shaken
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In a shocking incident early Sunday morning, residents of a quiet South Memphis neighborhood found themselves ducking for cover as gunfire rang out in their community. What started as a simple domestic disturbance quickly spiraled into a frightening scene that had neighbors running for safety.
Shots Fired on Fernwood Avenue
According to police reports, the chaos began when a man followed his ex-girlfriend to her home located in the 400 block of Fernwood Avenue. After an argument escalated, the man took the drastic step of firing shots toward her house. Thankfully, no one was hurt during this alarming episode, but it’s reported that at least two neighboring homes suffered damage from the stray bullets.
One neighbor, who preferred to remain anonymous, recounted the frightening moments as she heard the sounds of gunfire outside her kitchen window. “I was just getting up when I heard it. A bullet actually hit my window!” she exclaimed. “The cops were investigating four or five houses down and they were shocked. They couldn’t believe my house got hit!”
Investigation Underway
As police began their investigation into the scene, it was revealed that the suspect wasn’t acting alone. The victim claimed her ex-boyfriend was with his cousin, later identified as Disomany Ayers, who also brandished a weapon and fired shots as they fled the scene. “One bullet went through my front window,” said the victim, visibly shaken by the events.
As the shooting began, another neighbor took swift action to protect herself. “I ran to my bathroom. I was terrified,” she recalled, adding that amidst the chaos, a bullet struck her home as well. “I was still shaking when the police finally arrived.”
Charges Filed Against Ayers
Authorities have since arrested Disomany Ayers, charging him with aggravated assault and reckless endangerment. However, as of now, the victim’s ex-boyfriend remains at large, with police actively searching for him to bring him into custody.
Ayers is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, adding a sobering note to the weekend’s violent events. As everyone hopes for justice, the residents of Fernwood Avenue are left to pick up the pieces and regain a sense of safety that was shattered in just a moment.
A Community on Edge
The incident has certainly raised concerns among the residents of South Memphis. As one local stated, “It’s just too close to home. We all thought it was a safe neighborhood.” With heightened awareness, many are now looking out for one another more than ever, hoping to prevent a repeat of such a terrifying episode.
The sounds of gunfire have a way of echoing in the mind long after the situation has been resolved, and you can bet this incident will be remembered in the community. Residents continue to rally together, determined to keep their neighborhood a safe space.
For now, the spirit of South Memphis remains strong, but the community knows it must stay vigilant. As they continue to heal from this traumatic experience, one thing is clear: the bonds among neighbors have only strengthened in the face of adversity.
