In the early morning hours of an autumn day in Memphis, Tennessee, the life of 34-year-old Ronald Lewis was abruptly cut short. On October 14, 2016, at approximately 1:30 a.m., violence erupted in the 4000 block of New Willow Road in the eastern part of the city, leaving Lewis dead from a fatal gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene, a life extinguished in a sudden act of aggression.
The events that led to the deadly confrontation began with a dispute.
According to witnesses who spoke with investigators, an argument had taken place between Ronald Lewis and another man, Tommy Kenny Jr. In the aftermath of their disagreement, it is believed that Kenny sought retaliation. The conflict escalated tragically, culminating in the shooting that claimed Lewis's life. The motive, as understood by law enforcement, was a direct result of the earlier altercation.
Following the incident, the Memphis Police Department launched an investigation. Their efforts quickly led them to a suspect. On October 22, 2016, just over a week after the shooting, Tommy Kenny Jr. was taken into custody by police. He was subsequently charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Ronald Lewis. Kenny was scheduled to appear in court the following Monday to face the charges brought against him.
