U.S. Attorney's Office Names Memphis Police Department Sergeant April Moseley as 'Hometown Hero'

Memphis, TN - The United States Attorney's Office of the Western District of Tennessee selected Sergeant April Moseley, of the Memphis Police Department, as its "Hometown Hero" for the Western District of Tennessee. D. Michael Dunavant, United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee, made the announcement today.

The "Hometown Hero" award honors the enduring ideals of Liberty, Service, and Civic Responsibility. The award is dedicated in recognition of a steadfast commitment to these ideals and an embodiment of the spirit upon which our Nation was founded.

U.S. Attorney Dunavant presented Sergeant Moseley with this award on May 21, 2026 on behalf of the Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's Office as part of Freedom 250Links to other government and non-government sites will typically appear with the "external link" icon to indicate that you are leaving the Department of Justice website when you click the link. events hosted around the country to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Sgt. Moseley is one of 93 individuals in the country selected to receive this award.

Sgt. Moseley has been a member of the Memphis Police Department for over 21 years and has worked in several units, such as the Organized Crime Unit, Sex Crimes Bureau, General Investigations Bureau, and Uniformed Patrol. She is currently assigned to the FBI Safe Street's Task Force (SSTF), where she investigates cases and oversees the daily tasks of task force officers from multiple other agencies. She relentlessly investigates each case and does not stop until every single investigative option has been fully explored. She is victim-focused and ensures that each victim is informed of case status and that their victim's rights are honored.

U.S. Attorney Dunavant said, "Sgt. April Moseley is most deserving of this high honor to recognize her tireless work to achieve justice for victims and consequences for criminals. As we celebrate our Nation's 250th Birthday, it is our honor to also recognize, celebrate, and thank Sgt. Moseley for her outstanding service to Memphis, the Western District of Tennessee, and the United States. She is truly our Hometown Hero."

Police Chief Cerelyn "CJ" Davis, of the Memphis Police Department, attended the ceremony and thanked Sgt. Moseley for her outstanding work and service with the Memphis Police Department. She stated, "This is truly one of the most joyous experiences in a Chief's career when they see their hard-working officers, supervisors recognized for the work that they do". She stated Sgt. Moseley is "professional and about getting the work done", and that she was proud to see her being recognized as Memphis' Hometown Hero.

The ceremony was held at the U.S. Attorney's Office and attended by Sgt. Moseley's family, Memphis Police Department Commanders, FBI Safe Streets Task Force officers, and many of her law enforcement partners and friends.

Sgt. Moseley with U.S. Attorney Dunavant, MPD Chief Davis, and MPD Commanders

Sgt. Moseley with U.S. Attorney Dunavant and FBI Supervisory Special Agent Tom Barlow

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