Federal sentencing hearings in Nichols’ death canceled

By , Daily Memphian Updated: June 20, 2025 11:55 AM CT | Published: June 16, 2025 12:13 PM CT

The U.S. District judge handling the case recused himself last week, though it’s still unclear why. 

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Aarron Fleming

Aarron Fleming

Aarron Fleming covers public safety for The Daily Memphian, focusing on crime and the local court system. He earned his bachelor’s in journalism and strategic media from the University of Memphis.

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