Justice Department Launches Broad Civil Rights Investigation Into Memphis Police Department After Tyre Nichols Death

The DOJ has opened a civil rights investigation into the Memphis Police Department regarding allegations of excessive force and discriminatory practices.
The probe follows the high-profile death of Tyre Nichols, who died after being beaten by Memphis police officers during a traffic stop.
The investigation will examine the department's use of force, traffic stops, searches, arrests and potential racial discrimination in policing.
If systemic civil rights violations are found, the DOJ could pursue a consent decree mandating reforms and federal oversight of the department.
This probe is separate from the ongoing federal criminal investigation into the specific officers involved in Nichols' death.