Tyrin Johnson

Tyrin Johnson is the individual who was fatally shot by Tennessee National Guard troops in Memphis. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. on a Sunday as the soldiers were responding to a report of gunfire. Authorities stated that Johnson turned and pulled a gun on the troops during a chase, leading to the shooting. The Tennessee National Guard had been controversially deployed by Governor Bill Lee in October to support federal efforts. Johnson's death is newsworthy due to the involvement of National Guard members in a fatal shooting incident while on patrol as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force. This event highlights ongoing concerns regarding the use of force by military personnel in domestic situations and their role in community safety patrols.