Memphis Safe Task Force Arrests Nineteen-Year-Old with Warrant for Second-Degree Murder

Memphis, Tennessee — The Memphis Safe Task Force announces the successful arrest of Martravius Vinson, 19, in Memphis, Tennessee.

At approximately 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, members of the Memphis Safe Task Force with the assistance of the United States Marshals Service Special Operations Group (SOG) executed an arrest warrant resulting in the apprehension of Vinson. He was taken into custody in the 4000 block of Shadcrest Road. Vinson was wanted for second-degree murder. The Memphis Safe Task Force received the warrant for Vinson’s arrest at noon and had him in custody in one hour.

“It is the mission of the Memphis Safe Task Force to ensure the safety of the Memphis community, and that is what we do by apprehending individuals like this so they can answer to the charges against them”, said US Marshals Service Director Gadyaces S. Serralta.

The Memphis Safe Task Force, an interagency coalition of federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, continues to demonstrate the power of collaboration in advancing public safety. This arrest underscores the Task Force’s mission: To Make Memphis Safe. Our message is clear, those who commit acts of violence will be found, and justice will be served. This operation is a testament to the dedication of every agency involved and the strength of our shared commitment to protecting the community of Memphis.

The Memphis Safe Task Force remains steadfast in its pursuit of transparency, accountability, and the preservation of public trust. These arrests send a decisive message to violent offenders that law enforcement is united, vigilant, and resolute.

The Special Operations Group is a specially trained, rapidly deployable law enforcement element of the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), capable of conducting complex and sensitive operations throughout the globe intended to further the rule of law. Special Operations Group (SOG) leverages these enhanced capabilities in support of the Marshals Service mission and the Department of Justice to protect, defend, and enforce the federal judicial system.