7 more Memphis police officers are facing internal investigations over Tyre Nichols' death. 6 cops have already been fired.

Tue, 02/07/2023 - 14:58

People protest in Memphis following the release of the video of Tyre Nichols' deadly encounter with police — People protest in Memphis following the release of video showing the deadly encounter between police and Tyre Nichols.
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Memphis police are investigating 7 more officers in connection with Tyre Nichols' death.
A spokesperson for the city of Memphis confirmed the investigation to Insider.
Five officers have already been charged with murdering Nichols, and an additional officer was fired.

Seven more Memphis police officers are facing internal investigations and possible discipline over the killing of Tyre Nichols.

"The administrative investigation is solely to determine if City policies were violated and what disciplinary action should be taken," Jennifer Sink, the Chief Legal Officer for the City of Memphis, told Insider in an emailed statement.