According to the Memphis Police Department, officers responded to a shooting in the 400 block of Tennessee Street on November 12 just before 8 PM. At the scene, one shooting victim was found and transported to Regional One Health in critical condition. The victim, who has been identified as 32-year-old Alexander Bulakhov, passed away at the hospital.

The Memphis Police Department said a suspect fled the scene in a white Toyota Camry. On November 13, 2023 around 3:50 PM, officers were around Whitney Avenue and Steele Street as part of the investigation. Officers recovered the white Camry and detained 23-year-old Marious Ward and 22-year-old Brandy Rucker.

After additional investigation, both were charged with first-degree murder and other charges.