CRIME & LAW

Former Kansas player charged after Memphis Frayser shooting

PUBLISHED Jul 12, 2026, 11:04 PM ET

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former University of Kansas player Lagerald Vick was arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder after police say he shot a man during a July 4 party at the Greenbrier Apartments in Frayser; the victim arrived at Regional One early July 5 with a gunshot wound to his back and police opened an investigation. This week investigators say the victim identified Vick in a photographic lineup on July 7, and Vick was booked into the Shelby County Jail on July 11 on charges including attempted first-degree murder and employment of a firearm during a dangerous felony; bond has been set and court proceedings are pending.

By Faro B. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

July 4: Shooting occurred during a party at Greenbrier Apartments in Frayser.
Early July 5: Victim arrived at Regional One Hospital with gunshot wound; police responded.
July 7: Victim identified Lagerald Vick in a photographic lineup.
July 11: Vick was charged and booked into Shelby County Jail; bond set at $1.5 million.
After July 11: Court records filed and criminal proceedings pending.

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Who Benefited

Prosecutors and law enforcement benefited from an identified suspect, supporting case development and charging decisions based on photographic lineup evidence and court records.

Who Impacted

The victim suffered a gunshot injury and trauma, while Lagerald Vick faces criminal charges, potential incarceration, and significant reputational and career consequences.

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Who Benefited

Prosecutors and law enforcement benefited from an identified suspect, supporting case development and charging decisions based on photographic lineup evidence and court records.

Who Impacted

The victim suffered a gunshot injury and trauma, while Lagerald Vick faces criminal charges, potential incarceration, and significant reputational and career consequences.