Yvonne Nelson

Death by Force

Dr. Yvonne Nelson, a 60-year-old African American woman and community activist from Memphis, TN, was tragically shot and killed on August 13, 2022, in the 5100 block of Yale Road. Dr. Nelson was well-known for her philanthropic work and dedication to the Whitehaven community, where she served as president of the Whitehaven Community Development for 25 years and was a commissioner with the Memphis City Beautiful Commission.

The investigation into Dr. Nelson's death revealed that the shooti ...Read More

The Daily Beast: Expelled Tennessee Rep’s Friend Was Shot Dead—Then Set Ablaze

https://www.actionnews5.com: Whitehaven activist shot and killed on same day she planned a community event to reduce crime

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