Memphis judge races into rush-hour traffic to save toddler; Mayor Lee Harris witnesses rescue

Published
March 14, 2026
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis rush-hour traffic near Poplar Avenue and South Highland Street
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Memphis Tennessee in Memphis, Tennessee: A toddler was struck by traffic near Memphis, Tennessee, but was rescued by Judge Tarik Sugarmon. Sugarmon ran into the lane to stop a car and helped the child, who was then returned to her father. Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris also witnessed the incident.

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Memphis judge races into rush-hour traffic to save toddler; Mayor Lee Harris witnesses rescue

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