On a late summer day in Memphis, Tennessee, the life of Dayrelle Fate Coaty, a 36-year-old Black / African American man, was tragically cut short. On Saturday, August 29, 2009, officers from the Union Station precinct responded to a "man-down" call at the Belvedere Gardens Condominiums located at 109 N. Belvedere. Upon arrival, they discovered Coaty unresponsive.
He was rushed to the Regional Medical Center in extremely critical condition but succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
Investigators quickly determined that Coaty's death was a homicide, with robbery being the suspected motive. Witnesses at the condominium complex reported hearing a disturbance, suggesting a struggle may have taken place. In the aftermath of the fatal incident, Coaty's 1995 Ford Taurus was missing from the scene. The vehicle, notable for its faded red paint and damage to the rear bumper and door, was later found abandoned at 619 Exchange.
The investigation into Dayrelle Coaty's murder led police to seek two suspects. They were described as younger Black males, estimated to be between 5'9" and 6'0" tall, and both were seen wearing hoodies. Despite these descriptions, no arrests have been made in the case. The individuals responsible for this senseless act of violence have not been publicly identified or apprehended. The case remains unsolved, leaving questions and a painful void for those who knew Dayrelle Coaty. Authorities have continued to ask for anyone with information regarding the murder to come forward.
