Three former Memphis police officers convicted in the federal case over Tyre Nichols’ fatal beating have been granted a new trial after a judge’s comments raised concerns of bias. The ruling adds another twist to a case that has already seen multiple guilty pleas, acquittals, and national scrutiny of police accountability.
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Three former Memphis officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols
Three former Memphis police officers were acquitted on May 7 of all state charges, including second-degree murder, in the 2023 beating death of Tyre Nichols, a case that sparked national outrage and calls for police reform. Despite the verdict, the officers still face sentencing on federal charges, while civil rights advocates condemned the acquittals as a miscarriage of justice.