After Foot Pursuit, Memphis Safe Task Force Arrests Fugitive on Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Theft of Firearm Charges

Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force on Thursday arrested a Memphis man charged in Shelby County on robbery, aggravated assault and theft of a firearm charges.

Samuel Floyd, 18, was arrested at approximately 2:15 p.m. in the 3300 block of Aden Street after a brief foot pursuit.  During the arrest, officers recovered a 9mm handgun.

Floyd is alleged to have stolen the handgun shortly after 2 p.m. from a customer at a Frayser Boulevard tire shop, allegedly pointing the firearm at the victim and threatening to shoot him before exiting the building. The victim then called the police and provided a description of his assailant.

When responding officers approached the suspect minutes later, Floyd began running through nearby backyards and threw the handgun into a backyard before being caught and arrested without incident. Officers transported him to Austin Peay Station for further investigation, charging him with robbery, aggravated assault, theft of property and evading arrest.    

“The speed with which our task force responded to this incident is commendable, but that’s part of what makes this operation so effective,” said U.S. Marshals Service Chief Inspector Chad Hunt, Commander of the Memphis Safe Task Force. “An increased police presence in Memphis neighborhoods means our officers are close by and can get there quicker when a victim calls. I’m thankful we were able to stop this young man before he could hurt anyone else.” 

Since the launch of the Memphis Safe Task Force initiative, officers have made 3639 arrests and seized 552 illegal firearms, as well as substantial quantities of narcotics, and related contraband. These enforcement actions reflect a sustained commitment to reducing violent crime and removing dangerous weapons from Memphis neighborhoods.

Launched in September 2025, the Memphis Safe Task Force is a multi-agency initiative to combat violent crime in Memphis. Composed of federal, state, and local law enforcement, as well as the Tennessee National Guard, the task force is focused on arresting violent criminals, clearing warrants, seizing firearms, and locating missing children. 

This operation reflects the Memphis Safe Task Force’s commitment to coordinated enforcement efforts and its mission to identify, apprehend, and hold accountable those who pose a threat to public safety.

Anyone with information about wanted fugitives is encouraged to submit it via the USMS Tips app.