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Tragic Fire Claims Firefighter's Life, Leaves 3 Others Hospitalized in South Memphis
tragedy2 years ago

Tragic Fire Claims Firefighter's Life, Leaves 3 Others Hospitalized in South Memphis

A firefighter was killed and three others were hospitalized after becoming trapped in a burning house fire in South Memphis. The incident occurred late at night, and when crews arrived, the house was fully engulfed in flames. The Memphis Fire Department expressed their condolences and requested privacy for the affected families and firefighting personnel. The Memphis Fire Union also released a statement expressing their sadness and offering prayers for the injured firefighters.

Tragic Fire Claims Firefighter's Life, Injures 3 Others in South Memphis Home
accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Tragic Fire Claims Firefighter's Life, Injures 3 Others in South Memphis Home

One firefighter has died and three others are hospitalized after a fire broke out at a vacant home in South Memphis. The fire started in a dumpster and spread to the house. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Memphis Fire Fighters Association expressed their condolences and prayers for the affected firefighters and their families.

Boyfriend charged with child rape shocks woman.
crime2 years ago

Boyfriend charged with child rape shocks woman.

Laderio Gordon, a man with a history of domestic violence, has been charged with kidnapping and raping a 12-year-old girl in South Memphis. His girlfriend, who had no idea about the allegations, was shocked to learn that he was allegedly using her grandmother's car to prey on children. Gordon has a daughter himself, and his girlfriend claims he would never do anything to harm her. He is also facing a weapons charge and may face additional charges for preying on other children.

Police make arrest in South Memphis abduction and rape cases.
crime2 years ago

Police make arrest in South Memphis abduction and rape cases.

Laderio Gordon, 29, has been identified as the suspect in a string of rapes and abductions involving children in South Memphis. He is charged with kidnapping, rape of a child, and employing a firearm with the intention to commit a felony. Gordon allegedly abducted a 12-year-old girl at gunpoint, forced her to perform oral sex on him, and then returned her to the same location where she was abducted. He was taken into custody and admitted to the crime. No bond has been set.