19-Year-Old’s Case Transferred to Adult Court in Killing of 93-Year-Old Victim

Shelby County, TN — The case against Derrion Taylor, who is charged in the fatal shooting of 93-year-old Geraldine Harris, has now been transferred to adult criminal court. Taylor’s bond was set at $1 million.

Taylor, now 19, faces charges of First-Degree Murder, Two Counts of Attempted First-Degree Murder, and Two Counts of Aggravated Assault. He was 17 years old at the time of the shooting.

On January 17, 2024, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) responded to a shooting call on Kendale Avenue in Memphis. When officers arrived, they discovered three female victims who had been struck by gunfire. One victim, Geraldine Harris, died at the scene. Two other victims were transported to an area hospital with critical injuries.

In July 2025, The U.S. Marshals Service arrested Taylor without incident, taking him into custody in connection with the shooting. With the case now transferred to adult court, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office will prosecute the charges as the case moves forward through the criminal court process.

“The facts of this case are deeply disturbing,” said DA Steve Mulroy. “A 93-year-old woman lost her life in her own home, and two others were critically injured. Our hearts are with Ms. Harris’s family and loved ones as they continue to endure this unimaginable loss. We are committed to pursuing justice and ensuring accountability as this case moves forward in criminal court.”