Memphis mayor targeted in stalking and attempted kidnapping incident, police say

A man named Trenton Abston, 25, has been charged with stalking, attempted kidnapping, and aggravated criminal trespass after allegedly approaching Memphis Mayor Paul Young’s home with suspicious items, including a taser and duct tape. Mayor Young highlighted the increasing threats against public officials, linking online rhetoric to real-life violence, especially following recent politically motivated attacks in Minnesota.

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