Convictions for Officers in Tyre Nichols Case, but Charges Fall Short of Murder

Three of the five former Memphis police officers who beat, tased, and pepper sprayed Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old father and son, were found guilty of federal felonies related to his death, while three others pleaded guilty to using unreasonable force. The post Convictions for Officers in Tyre Nichols Case, but Charges Fall Short of Murder appeared first on Black Voice News.

Convictions for Officers in Tyre Nichols Case, but Charges Fall Short of Murder
Memphis, TN police officers involved in the death of 29 year old Tyre Nichols’ death on January 10, 2023. From left to right: Justin Smith, Emitt Martin III, Desmond Mills, Jr., Demetrius Haley, Tadarrius Bean.

Three of the five former Memphis police officers who beat, tased, and pepper sprayed Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old father and son, were found guilty of federal felonies related to his death, while three others pleaded guilty to using unreasonable force.

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