SCSO: 120 People Assisting in Search for Missing Man at Wolf River

Man dies while trying to save child from drowning in river, officials say

A man in Memphis died while trying to save a child from drowning in a river, according to officials.

Multiple agencies searching for man in Wolf River

Multiple agencies conducted a frantic, hours-long search Friday for a man who went missing in the Wolf River after a heroic act turned tragic.

Man still missing day after trying to save drowning child in Wolf River

Thaddeus Smiley remains missing after jumping into the Wolf River in an attempt to save a drowning child, who survived. In a separate incident, a boy in Arlington was found dead in a pool.

Crews searching for Memphis man swept away in Wolf River Friday afternoon

Crews are searching for Thaddeus Smiley, who was swept away in the Wolf River while trying to save a child. Search efforts involve volunteers, first responders, and water safety reminders.

SCSO: 120 people assisting in search for missing man at Wolf River

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Around 120 deputies, firefighters and volunteers are participating in the Shelby County Sheriff's Office search for a man who went missing in the Wolf River on Friday. The search for 31-year-old Thaddeus Smiley continued Saturday morning around 8 a.m. Officials said the Wolf River current drifted Smiley away on Friday afternoon. On Saturday, his loved ones were huddled together on the sidelines, waiting and praying for his retu…

Search to resume Saturday for man swept away by Wolf River in attempt to rescue child from water

Dozens of first responders and volunteers are at the Wolf River boat ramp at Walnut Grove Road in Memphis, where a rescue effort is underway for a man who was reportedly swept away by the high water Friday afternoon.