Ex-Police Officers Cleared of Murder Charges in Tyre Nichols Beating Case

A decision has been rendered in the case against three former Memphis police officers involved in Tyre Nichols' tragic beating. As reported by KARK, ex-officers Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith were acquitted of all charges. They faced serious allegations including second-degree murder after Nichols succumbed to his injuries on January 10, 2023. Prosecutors indicated these officers acted out of intense emotions, with Haley reportedly sharing a controversial photo post-incident. Two other officers have pleaded guilty and await sentencing for federal charges.