Memphis Safe Task Force Friday Update: 2024 Murder Suspect, Person of Interest in February Homicide, Among 48 Arrests

Memphis, TN – The Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) on Thursday executed 48 criminal arrests, including one juvenile, and recovered eight illegal firearms.

Of note:

Mario T. Pree, 20, was arrested in the 500 block of Western Park Drive on a warrant for first-degree murder, especially aggravated robbery and theft of property ($10,000-$20,000) stemming from an April 2024 murder in the 2800 block of Summit Arbors Circle near Covington Pike. The U.S. Marshals had been looking for Pree since May 2, 2024.  This arrest by the USMS, MPD Fugitive Apprehension Team, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Apprehension Team and SCSO K9 Riko led to the recovery of a .22-caliber rifle and a 5.56 mm pistol.

Marcus Ross, 40, was arrested in the 3800 block of Goodman Road for assault on a police officer and evading. Ross is alleged to have struck the officer with his vehicle, causing the officer to be dragged. Ross then fled into a wooded area where he was ultimately arrested.

Alishon Torres, 18, was arrested in the 6200 block of Holmes Road for first-degree murder after being interviewed as a person of interest in a Feb. 26 homicide in the 4200 block of Willowview Avenue. This arrest led to the recovery of a .40-caliber handgun with a defaced serial number.

Ongoing manhunt: The MSTF is asking the public’s help and offering a reward of up to $30,000 for information leading to the capture of a man suspected of shooting a Memphis Police Department officer Feb. 27 during a traffic stop.

Danell Maxwell, 40, of Memphis, is wanted for attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault, and employment of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, per an arrest warrant issued Feb. 28. He was added to the Tennessee Most Wanted list the same day.

Maxwell is Black, stands 5 feet 10 inches and weighs approximately 180 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair.  He was last seen wearing dark clothing and an orange and green reflective vest. He should be considered armed and dangerous.

Since the launch of the Memphis Safe Task Force initiative, officers have made 6,849 arrests, including 39 for homicide, 756 for controlled substances, 584 for firearms violations, and 91 for sex offenses. Of those arrested, 193 have been juveniles. The task force has seized 1,117 illegal firearms. These enforcement actions reflect a sustained commitment to reducing violent crime and removing dangerous weapons from Memphis neighborhoods.

Begun in September 2025, the MSTF is a multi-agency initiative to combat violent crime in Memphis. Composed of federal, state, and local law enforcement, as well as the Tennessee National Guard, the task force is focused on arresting violent criminals, clearing warrants, seizing firearms, and locating missing children. Since the operation began, the MSTF has located 148 missing children.

This operation reflects the MSTF’s commitment to coordinated enforcement efforts and its mission to identify, apprehend, and hold accountable those who pose a threat to public safety.

Anyone with information about wanted fugitives is encouraged to submit it via the USMS Tips app.