Three former police officers were acquitted of charges, including second-degree murder and kidnapping, in the beating death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis. Despite overwhelming evidence presented by the prosecution, a jury found Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith not guilty in their second criminal trial after also being acquitted of serious federal charges. The case reignites discussions on police violence, particularly against Black communities, with Memphis District Attorney Steve Mulroy noting the family's outrage and his own surprise at the verdict.
The overwhelming evidence presented by the prosecution did not lead to a single guilty verdict for the three former officers involved in Tyre Nichols's death.
Memphis District Attorney Steve Mulroy expressed the familyâs devastation and his surprise at the jury's acquittal despite the significant evidence against the accused officers.
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