Package thief caught on hidden doorbell cam
This was the latest story generated by NextDoor.com.. The website and app used by neighborhoods for alerts and such. Our 10:00 producer saw that someone caught a package thief on a home surveillance camera. But the camera was a new one we'd never seen before. It's hidden in a doorbell and acts as a motion sensor, camera, and speakerphone. I did some digging to try and find the victim and was able to get his number. He agreed to discuss the crime and share more of his video. He even used the camera when I came to the door. I used that clip in this story.
Thursday, January 21, 2016
Thursday, January 14, 2016
AMVETS Worker Charged With Stealing From Charity
Man caught stealing donations from veterans
This story was the result of a Shelby County Sheriff's Office news release. It even included a photo of the alleged crime taking place. I've been anchoring the 4:00 news.. So, it's nice to have a ready-made story when I'm done. This one concerns an AMVETS charity truck driver accused of stealing from the load of donations he was hauling. Investigators snapped a pic of him allegedly selling some of the goods to a woman in a random parking lot. It was pretty easy getting people to react to the crime. My first few interviews happened to be with veterans or those with veterans in their families.
This story was the result of a Shelby County Sheriff's Office news release. It even included a photo of the alleged crime taking place. I've been anchoring the 4:00 news.. So, it's nice to have a ready-made story when I'm done. This one concerns an AMVETS charity truck driver accused of stealing from the load of donations he was hauling. Investigators snapped a pic of him allegedly selling some of the goods to a woman in a random parking lot. It was pretty easy getting people to react to the crime. My first few interviews happened to be with veterans or those with veterans in their families.
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Mayor-Elect Strickland Discusses City Hall Shakeup
Strickland discusses city hall changes ahead of taking office
I requested an interview with Memphis Mayor-Elect Jim Strickland late last week following word that a number of division directors and others would be shown the door. The holidays and tornado coverage put the story on the back burner. I finally got a sit down with him and he broke more news. Embattled Memphis Animal Services administrator James Rogers would be let go as well. Strickland also discussed short and long-term plans. He officially takes office January 1st at noon.
I requested an interview with Memphis Mayor-Elect Jim Strickland late last week following word that a number of division directors and others would be shown the door. The holidays and tornado coverage put the story on the back burner. I finally got a sit down with him and he broke more news. Embattled Memphis Animal Services administrator James Rogers would be let go as well. Strickland also discussed short and long-term plans. He officially takes office January 1st at noon.
Friday, December 18, 2015
Woman Pistol-Whipped, Robbed In East Memphis
Woman pistol-whipped outside shopping center
I had a story on another topic already shot when we were diverted to this one. Scanner traffic suggested a woman was pistol-whipped and robbed in a popular East Memphis shopping center. I discovered it happened outside an upscale furniture store. We interviewed some other shoppers in the area. I also spoke with the woman's boyfriend or husband.. But neither wanted to speak on camera. In my live shot, I referred to fingerprint dust that was still on the victim's car.
I had a story on another topic already shot when we were diverted to this one. Scanner traffic suggested a woman was pistol-whipped and robbed in a popular East Memphis shopping center. I discovered it happened outside an upscale furniture store. We interviewed some other shoppers in the area. I also spoke with the woman's boyfriend or husband.. But neither wanted to speak on camera. In my live shot, I referred to fingerprint dust that was still on the victim's car.
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Teacher Accused Of Fondling Student At School
SCS teacher suspended; accused of sexually assaulting student at school
We were the first to find out a Kirby High School teacher was arrested for allegedly fondling a student. Police said it happened inside the school. I was still anchoring the 4:00 news when I learned I would be doing the story for the 6:00 newscast. I hurriedly gathered some information between 5:00 and 6:00 and presented the facts at 6:00. My photographer and I then headed to the Kirby High area to get reaction to the arrest. I even spoke with the alleged victim's mother over the phone. We stayed out in the live van, edited the story, and had a full report for the 10:00 news.
We were the first to find out a Kirby High School teacher was arrested for allegedly fondling a student. Police said it happened inside the school. I was still anchoring the 4:00 news when I learned I would be doing the story for the 6:00 newscast. I hurriedly gathered some information between 5:00 and 6:00 and presented the facts at 6:00. My photographer and I then headed to the Kirby High area to get reaction to the arrest. I even spoke with the alleged victim's mother over the phone. We stayed out in the live van, edited the story, and had a full report for the 10:00 news.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
MPD Officers Replace Boy's Stolen Xbox
MPD officers replace 11-year-old's stolen XBox
This was a nice change of pace.. A positive story. It was about a number of Memphis Police officers who bought a new Xbox for an 11 year-old burglary victim. Someone broke into the family's house while they were at church. The officer's told us they were most impressed that this young "man of the house" was more concerned about his mother than the stolen items. Officers returned shortly after taking the report with a new Xbox and three new games. Game Stop donated an additional controller. It's clear in Facebook video that went viral.. The boy and his family were thankful.
This was a nice change of pace.. A positive story. It was about a number of Memphis Police officers who bought a new Xbox for an 11 year-old burglary victim. Someone broke into the family's house while they were at church. The officer's told us they were most impressed that this young "man of the house" was more concerned about his mother than the stolen items. Officers returned shortly after taking the report with a new Xbox and three new games. Game Stop donated an additional controller. It's clear in Facebook video that went viral.. The boy and his family were thankful.
Monday, November 23, 2015
Hillary Clinton Visits Memphis
Hilary Clinton visits LeMoyne-Owen College
It was nice to see the presidential campaign impacting Memphis. Tennessee isn't really a player in the primary process.. But Hillary Clinton decided to make stops at two historically black colleges. The campus of LeMoyne-Owen in Memphis was an exciting place to be on the day of her visit. Clinton last came there as First Lady in 1993. My photographer arrived early to set and that all equipment could be cleared by secret service officers. I showed up a little later. Clinton ran about 30 minutes late (which is not unusual). She touched on a number of national issues and some with connections to Memphis. It was amazing how quickly the gym was cleared after the event.
It was nice to see the presidential campaign impacting Memphis. Tennessee isn't really a player in the primary process.. But Hillary Clinton decided to make stops at two historically black colleges. The campus of LeMoyne-Owen in Memphis was an exciting place to be on the day of her visit. Clinton last came there as First Lady in 1993. My photographer arrived early to set and that all equipment could be cleared by secret service officers. I showed up a little later. Clinton ran about 30 minutes late (which is not unusual). She touched on a number of national issues and some with connections to Memphis. It was amazing how quickly the gym was cleared after the event.
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