Memphis Traffic Stop Uncovers Homicide Suspect Traveling With Victim’s Body
Tyronne Brazille, 50, was arrested in Memphis, Tennessee, after allegedly shooting Lanessa Bradford, 50, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and driving with her body in the passenger seat. Police discovered Bradford, who had a gunshot wound, during a traffic stop in…
Atlanta, GA, August 15, 2026 —
A traffic stop in Memphis, Tennessee, led to the arrest of a 50-year-old man accused of transporting the body of a woman who had allegedly been shot in Louisiana. The suspect, identified as Tyronne Brazille, was taken into custody after police discovered the deceased victim in the passenger seat of his vehicle.
The victim has been identified as 50-year-old Lanessa Bradford. Authorities discovered Bradford, who sustained a gunshot wound, during the traffic stop conducted by Memphis police. The circumstances indicate that Bradford was allegedly shot in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Brazille then transported her body across state lines.
Tyronne Brazille is currently being held in Memphis and is awaiting extradition to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is expected to face murder charges in connection with Lanessa Bradford’s death. Further details regarding the timeline of events and the sequence of discovery are expected as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by WAFB News staff, Jordan Gartner on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.
