Taquirney Fifer was 25 and a nursing student and mother of three when she was fatally shot on July 16, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee. She was at an apartment complex with her boyfriend, Anthony Freeman, during what is described as an illegal business transaction when a single bullet struck her.

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office says Freeman was handling a stolen handgun that discharged. Deputies allege Freeman did not render aid, instead attempting to conceal his involvement by hiding the firearm and wiping surfaces. Emergency responders performed CPR but Fifer was pronounced dead at the scene.

Freeman was arrested and charged with negligent homicide, tampering with evidence, and being a felon in possession of a handgun; a $500,000 bond was set. His lawyers have said the shooting was a tragic accident and that his actions were driven by panic. The investigation into where the stolen gun came from is ongoing.

If anyone knew Taquirney or has information about the events at the apartment complex, please share what you know.