President Biden called the family of Tyre Nichols on Friday and commended their “courage and strength” over a phone call, according to a White House official.
Former DC homicide detective Ted Williams reacts to Memphis, Tennessee Police Chief Cerelyn Davis saying the Tyre Nicols video is the 'same if not worse' than Rodney King.the family of Tyre Nichols on Friday and commended the family's"courage and strength" during a phone call.are expected to release body camera video of the traffic stop that would lead to Nichols' death. The family has already had the opportunity to view the video.
Memphis police pulled over Nichols on Jan. 7 at around 8:30 p.m. for"reckless driving" and a"confrontation occurred" while the stop was taking place, according to officials," which then led to Nichols attempting to run away from the officers. When police caught up with Nichols, they say another confrontation occurred, and he then complained to the officers of shortness of breath."The suspect was ultimately apprehended," MPD said.
BIDEN SAYS TYRE NICHOLS DEATH A 'PAINFUL REMINDER' OF 'DISPARATELY IMPACTED' MINORITIES IN JUSTICE SYSTEM Five former Memphis police officers were fired after the incident and are being charged with second-degree murder, aggravated assault as well as other charges.
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