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Topic: Tyre Nichols
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February 2023
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Artists paint mural of Tyre Nichols in North Memphis
The mural appears on the wall of the Steve A. Castle House of Rhythm and Blues near Hein Park and was commissioned by the club’s owner, Steve A. Adams.
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‘Tosca’ at Opera Memphis a memorable performance — and a timely one
Ned Canty’s staging of “Tosca” and the ensemble’s excellent musicianship made this an experience to remember in this first-class drama that was evocatively sung. It was particularly timely as well.
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County Commission Scorecard: Tyre Nichols, green fleet goals and more
This Commission Scorecard covers calls at the Feb. 6 meeting for police reform in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols and the political clash with protesters and activists who pushed for more than resolutions.
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Preston Hemphill had two reprimands prior to joining MPD’s SCORPION
Hemphill, who joined the SCORPION Unit in October 2022, had been on the unit for about three months before Tyre Nichols’ fatal encounter with him and other SCORPION officers.
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Questionable arrests by SCORPION unit now face dismissal
With credibility on the line for members of the Memphis Police Department’s now-disbanded SCORPION unit, attorneys anticipate mass dismissals of criminal cases filed against citizens arrested by the unit.
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Former MPD Officer Demetrius Haley took photos of Tyre Nichols after beating
Demetrius Haley is one of six officers who have been fired from the police department and one of five who have been charged with second degree murder and other charges related to the death of Nichols.
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Alleged victim of SCORPION unit files $5M lawsuit against city, MPD officers
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Data-driven policing at forefront of discussions over Memphis police tactics
Memphis is re-evaluating its policing tactics, including the use of data-driven special units like SCORPION, in the wake of the Tyre Nichols death.
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President of firefighters union defends department in Tyre Nichols case
The head of the union representing city firefighters defended the department’s employees in a letter to City Council members.
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Attorneys for Nichols family seek United Nations response
The appeal also called for the sixth officer identified and fired in the beating of Nichols to face criminal charges.
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Tom Lee Park’s Sunset Canopy dedicated to Tyre Nichols
The dedication was prompted by photos Nichols took in the park, including of sunsets on the river that the canopy overlooks.
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Records reveal seven more SCORPION members had prior infractions
Seven officers among 29 identified SCORPION unit members had previous infractions, records show.
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Former MPD director: Police issues a matter of ‘discipline and control’
“Unquestionably, the level of crime in Memphis is unacceptable. But we will never be able to bring it under control by having police be meaner than the criminals.”
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Tyre Nichols’ family attends State of the Union Address
U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.), the chair of the Congressional Black Caucus said during an interview on Politics Nation on MSNBC on Jan. 29 that he extended the invitation to the family.
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City council casts critical eye on city’s handling of Nichols investigation
Memphis City Council members came with questions about police culture and some criticism of the administration during an extended Tuesday, Feb. 7, discussion about the death of Tyre Nichols. That was followed by a series of first council votes on a package of 8 police reform measures.
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More MPD officers under investigation in Nichols’ death
Memphis Police Chief C.J. Davis told Memphis City Council members that the total number of officers now facing internal police charges is 13.
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Former MPD Officer Demetrius Haley took photos of Tyre Nichols after beating
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City Council to focus on Tyre Nichols incident during three-hour discussion
The unusually long committee discussion comes with six ordinance proposals that would reform police policies and begins with what are expected to be lots of questions for Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis.
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County Commission takes first steps in reaction to Tyre Nichols case
The two resolutions approved unanimously drew criticism from activists because they are not binding on law enforcement. Commissioners are exploring ways to draft them as ordinances that could be more binding on the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.
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County Commission considers better law enforcement training in wake of Nichols’ death
The two resolutions signal a return to the issue of use of force by law enforcement for the commission as well as the Memphis City Council nearly three years after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis prompted votes by both bodies on a series of similar resolutions.
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Analysis: How medics failed to give care to Tyre Nichols
A moment-by-moment look at the video reveals exactly how long Nichols went without medical attention after he was beaten by MPD officers, even after other officers, Memphis Fire Department EMTs and a Sheriff’s Deputy arrived.
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Morris: Our police department, city needs a makeover
G. Scott Morris says the future of Memphis will be built by young people taking up the challenge to redesign the fabric of what makes Memphis a great city.
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Protesters take to street, while skaters honor Nichols’ bold spirit
One group camped in the middle of a Downtown intersection to make their demands known. Another rolled out a freewheeling celebration of a fellow skateboarder.
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Swift release of Nichols’ bodycam footage hasn’t opened door for other MPD videos
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Swift release of Nichols’ bodycam footage hasn’t opened door to other MPD videos
The quick release of footage of the Tyre Nichols’ beating is an anomaly for MPD, which has not released video or other details in a series of officer-involved shootings since November.
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Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
Photographer Patrick Lantrip captured some of those attending Tyre Nichols’ funeral including Tristan Strickland, who drove all the way from Michigan to pay his respects.
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Jackson: In the wake of Tyre Nichols’ death, Memphis needs prayer
“This is perhaps one of the most horrific and difficult periods locally in our recent history.”
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