Published On: Thu, May 8th, 2025

3 ex-Memphis police officers found not guilty of state charges in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols

Judge James Jones Jr. reads verdict at state trial for 3 ex-Memphis police officers charged in death of Tyre Nichols.

Three former Memphis police officers were acquitted Wednesday of all state charges, including second-degree murder, in the January 2023 fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he ran from a traffic stop. His death sparked nationwide protests and prompted renewed calls for police reforms in the U.S.

CBC | World News

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3 ex-Memphis police officers found not guilty of state charges in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols