“Man charged in Rayner St shooting” : Woman Identified as Jasmine Eason Shot and Killed in Memphis

Woman Fatally Shot in Memphis Home; Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman has died following a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning in the 1300 block of Rayner Street, according to Memphis police. The victim has been identified as Jasmine Eason, aged 32.

Kordelro Harris, 36, has been arrested and is facing multiple charges, including second-degree murder, aggravated assault, and theft of property valued between $1,000 and $2,500. Harris was found inside the home with a stab wound on his left hand, while Eason was discovered on the ground with a gunshot wound.

According to an affidavit from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Eason and Harris were living together and engaged in a sexual relationship. Initially, Harris claimed that two masked men armed with guns and a knife broke into their bedroom, demanding money. However, investigators later presented evidence that contradicted this account.

Harris then changed his story, stating that he and Eason had been arguing when she allegedly stabbed his hand. He claimed that he shot Eason as she attempted to flee from him. Police found a bloody 9mm handgun, reported stolen during an auto burglary in December 2021, as well as several 9mm casings inside the residence. Additionally, a stolen rifle, reported stolen to the police in February 2018, was also discovered.

Four children, aged 17, 9, 6, and 2, were present in the house during the incident. They were unarmed and unharmed. Police also found marijuana and a clear baggie containing a white substance that tested positive for cocaine.

Harris has admitted to owning the stolen firearms and the marijuana found by officers. He now awaits trial, facing serious charges related to the shooting and drug possession.

Memphis police are urging anyone with additional information about the incident to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-2274 (CASH) with tips.