Shelby County District Attorney's Office

Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy declined to prosecute a federal agent's fatal shooting of Darrin Pigram during a warrant service at a Burger King by the Memphis Safe Task Force. The DA's office concluded the use of deadly force was legally justified, while Pigram's family and attorney disputed the decision, citing conflicting video evidence. This incident is one of four fatal shootings by the Memphis Safe Task Force this year.

Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy is challenging two Tennessee laws in court, claiming they target his office and violate the state Constitution. The laws require his office to report on cases from the Memphis Safe Task Force and allow the state attorney general to audit his decisions. The case is being heard by a three-judge panel.

Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy filed a lawsuit against the state of Tennessee to block two laws that require his office to report on federal task force cases and allow the attorney general to review internal files and appoint a temporary prosecutor. Mulroy claims the laws violate the state Constitution and principles of prosecutorial independence by micromanaging his office and targeting Shelby County for disparate treatment.

Tony Carruthers is set to be executed in Tennessee based on testimony from Alfredo Shaw, a paid confidential informant. Earley Story, a former employee at the Shelby County Jail, claims Shaw framed him and is concerned about Carruthers' impending execution. The case highlights issues with false testimony and informant credibility.