Former Memphis Officers on Trial for Tyre Nichols' Death

Testimonies and video evidence reveal failures in police conduct and medical response during the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.

Ex-Memphis police supervisor Dewayne Smith testified that there was 'no need' for officers to beat Tyre Nichols, calling their actions unjustified.
Video evidence showed two EMTs failing to immediately administer aid to Nichols, who was severely injured and unresponsive.
The three officers on trial—Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith—face federal charges including excessive force, failure to intervene, and obstructing justice.
All five officers involved were fired and charged with second-degree murder in state court, with some officers taking plea deals on federal charges.
The incident, which occurred after a traffic stop in January 2023, led to Nichols' death from blunt force trauma and sparked widespread protests and calls for police reform.