Coriuan Bean, 17-Year-Old Millington High School Student, Tragically Dies in Memphis Shooting
Coriuan Bean, a 17-year-old junior at Millington High School, lost his life following a fatal shooting at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis, Tennessee, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
The shooting occurred during an informal gathering of teenagers, believed to be part of an unsanctioned "senior skip day" event, which attracted nearly 200 students with no adult supervision. Emergency responders arrived at the scene after receiving calls about gunfire, and found Coriuan suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital but later succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have not made any arrests yet, and the investigation is ongoing. Law enforcement has urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Evidence recovered from the scene included shell casings, and investigators are working to determine whether multiple firearms were involved.
The loss has deeply affected the Millington community, with friends and family expressing their grief. A local church that is connected to Coriuan's family shared condolences, describing the impact of the loss as profound.
"We are all deeply saddened by this tragic loss," a family friend shared on social media. "Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones."
Details about memorial services and funeral arrangements will be shared by the family in the coming days.
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