Memphis bodycam video shows aftermath of fatal National Guard shooting

Released video from the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office shows the aftermath of a July 5 shooting in Memphis involving Tennessee National Guard troops. The footage, which includes bodycam, stationary cameras, and bystander cellphone video, depicts guard members training handguns on Tyrin Johnson, 20, as he lay dying on a sidewalk after being shot in the back.

While police and National Guard accounts initially stated Johnson was facing troops with a gun, an autopsy report shared by his family indicates he was shot in the back. Investigators noted that Johnson, who was armed, died at the scene from a single gunshot wound. The footage released does not show the initial encounter or the moment the shots were fired.

The National Guard members were part of a federal task force deployed to support local efforts. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is continuing its investigation into the incident. District Attorney Steve Mulroy stated he has not yet decided whether to file charges.