On the evening of May 21, 2025, Taquirney Fifer, a 28-year-old mother of three, was found shot dead in her apartment at the Hillview Apartments in South Memphis, Tennessee. The Memphis Police Department responded to a shooting call at approximately 8:30 p.m. and discovered Fifer with a gunshot wound. Despite efforts by first responders to save her, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Fifer’s boyfriend, who was present at the time of the incident, claimed that she had shot herself. However, this account has been met with skepticism by both law enforcement and Fifer’s family. Court records reveal that the boyfriend’s statements to police contained inconsistencies, prompting further investigation. A relative of Fifer took to social media to express outrage, stating that police informed them the boyfriend’s story “doesn’t add up” and alleging that he was responsible for her death.
Following the shooting, the Memphis Police Department detained two men, including Fifer’s boyfriend, identified as 30-year-old Demario Brown. On May 26, 2025, Brown was charged with second-degree murder in connection with Fifer’s death. Court documents further indicate that Brown had allegedly threatened to kill Fifer prior to the incident, adding weight to the suspicions of foul play. The second individual detained was later released without charges.
Fifer’s family described her as a devoted mother to her three young children, who are now left without their mother. They have publicly disputed the boyfriend’s claim of suicide, emphasizing Taquirney’s vibrant personality and commitment to her family. A GoFundMe page has been established to support her children and cover funeral expenses, reflecting the community’s grief and desire to honor her memory.
The investigation remains ongoing as police continue to gather evidence to determine the full circumstances surrounding Fifer’s death. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Memphis Police Department or Crime Stoppers to assist in the case.
