We are currently on the scene of a shooting at 579 South Front. The suspect was possibly occupying a white pickup truck w/an extended cab & antenna. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone w/info should call Crime Stoppers @ 901-528-CASH.
— Memphis Police Dept (@MEM_PoliceDept) September 28, 2018
The victim has been pronounced deceased at ROH. The suspect responsible is described as a male Black with dreadlocks wearing a blue shirt who was in a white 4-dr F150. https://t.co/ofJsAZMLuu
— Memphis Police Dept (@MEM_PoliceDept) September 28, 2018
— Memphis Chamber (@MemphisChamber) September 28, 2018
Like many of you, I'm shocked at the senseless loss tonight of Phil Trenary, a leader in our community. More than anything in these hours, my thoughts are with his family and his Chamber colleagues. I'm in close contact with MPD, which is leading a thorough investigation. https://t.co/rkl6XRPMyZ
— Mayor Jim Strickland (@MayorMemphis) September 28, 2018
It’s hard to learn of the passing of Phil Trenary, someone who made so many contributions during his life. He made his mark in business and in service. And right down to his core, he believed in our community’s potential. I will pray for his family. This is a terrible loss.
— Mayor Lee Harris (@MayorLeeHarris) September 28, 2018
Our hearts are broken with the news of the loss of Phil Trenary. Phil has been a wonderful friend to Crissy and me and a great advocate for Memphis. Our hearts go out to his family and his associates and the Memphis community.
— Gov. Bill Haslam (@BillHaslam) September 28, 2018
The National Civil Rights Museum is deeply saddened by the tragic and unexpected loss of Phil Trenary. Phil was both a partner and friend of the Museum. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. pic.twitter.com/fGj6wTFqDV
— NatCivilRightsMuseum (@NCRMuseum) September 28, 2018
We stood and chatted just minutes before your untimely death. I’m forever grateful for your friendship and your tireless support for everything Memphis. RIP @PhilTrenary
— KevinWoods (@KevinWoods) September 28, 2018
Do not succumb to the attempts to demoralize the community. Remember Phil Trenary's love of and vision for this, *his* and our, great city
— Soul City USA (@soulcityusa) September 28, 2018
I had the privilege of working with Phil Trenary for three years at the Chamber. My heart breaks for his family. My heart also breaks for all of Memphis. Not only did we lose a champion and leader, but we once again find our community being tarnished by an act of violence.
— Shea Flinn (@FlinnShady) September 28, 2018
Maria and I are heartbroken over the loss of Phil Trenary. I have gotten to know him over the past couple of years, and he was a tremendous ambassador for Memphis. We are praying for healing for his family in the days and weeks ahead.
— Bill Lee (@BillLeeTN) September 28, 2018
I am very sad to learn of the death of @MemphisChamber President Phil Trenary. His service and commitment to our community as both a businessman and chamber president was unparalleled. I pray for his family at this tragic time. https://t.co/diz9EXmbEJ
— Brian Kelsey (@BrianKelsey) September 28, 2018
Please pray for Phil Trenary’s family and colleagues during this time of grief and loss. Also pray for the Memphis community as it has lost a tireless champion for Memphis and the region.
— Tre Hargett (@SecTreHargett) September 28, 2018
Shocked, I join our corporate community & all who love Memphis in grieving the sudden and tragic loss of Phil Trenary. Just yesterday, we met again on how @uwmidsouth & @MemphisChamber can collaborate on advancing Mid-Southerners toward economic prosperity. Lifting up his family.
— Kenneth S. Robinson (@RevMD) September 28, 2018
Completely shocked to hear that @PhilTrenary passed this evening. Phil was always so incredibly kind & encouraging. And he loved Memphis! I just saw him and he gave me a hug & congratulated me. I’m going to miss his smile, and his excitement for our city. Praying for his family.
— Rep. Raumesh Akbari (@RepAkbari) September 28, 2018
I was heartbroken to hear of Phil's passing. Our prayers go out to his family, and I know he will be missed by the city of Memphis and beyond. We were lucky to have known him.https://t.co/aw8Su37eqF
— Karl Dean (@KarlFDean) September 28, 2018
He loved his Downtown. And Downtown loved him. Our neighborhood will not be the same without him, but we will work to continue the positive momentum and enthusiasm he had for our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and the chamber in this difficult time. (2/2)
— Downtown Memphis (@DowntownMemphis) September 28, 2018
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