3 former Memphis police officers found not guilty in the death of Tyre Nichols

The jury's acquittal of three Memphis police officers in the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols shocked the community as they faced charges including second-degree murder. Despite their actions during the attack leading to Nichols' death, the officers were exonerated. The Nichols family expressed deep disappointment, while the officers, now freed, hugged each other with their attorneys ahead of further legal developments. This verdict highlights ongoing scrutiny of police conduct following their prior testimony in a federal case for witness tampering, raising questions about accountability and justice within law enforcement.