Jonah Neal

Jonah Neal was a Memphis, Tennessee resident who died in May 2026 at age 25. His family described him to NPR as smart, quiet and caring.

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Case

Was the HSI agent justified in fatally shooting Jonah Neal during a Memphis mental-health call?

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An HSI agent shot Jonah Neal during a May 20 Memphis task force response to a mental-health call. His family's attorney says body camera footage shows no imminent threat; a state investigation continues, and we found no public federal explanation.

Law Enforcement Government TransparencyUpdated October 6, 2026

Jonah Neal

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Was the HSI agent justified in fatally shooting Jonah Neal during a Memphis mental-health call?