Matthew Williams, a 22-year-old Black man, was killed on April 9, 2025, during a shooting at a meeting connected to Memphis Allies, a community violence intervention effort in Memphis, Tennessee. Police said a call came in about 3:29 p.m. to the 4000 block of South Mendenhall Road; officers found six male victims with gunshot wounds. Williams was pronounced dead at the scene and five others were taken to hospitals, most with non-critical injuries and one in critical condition.

Family members said Williams had begun participating in Memphis Allies to steer clear of the violent streets. The program and his family publicly mourned his death; an obituary noted his passing and the grief felt by those who knew him. CrimeStoppers offered a reward that rose from $25,000 to $50,000 as investigators asked the public for tips.

On May 14, 2025, Memphis police announced the arrest of Pacarie Roberts on charges including criminal responsibility for facilitation of felony first-degree murder, arson and theft of property, while investigators continued to seek additional suspects and piece together what happened in the drive-by attack.

If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Matthew, please come forward with tips.