Another former MPD officer identified in Tyre Nichols’ case
A source close to the investigation, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said Memphis Police Department Lt. Col. Charles Morris’ role the evening of Tyre Nichols’ death is expected to be revealed as part of a release of additional materials and documents from the investigation. (George Walker IV/AP file)
Memphis Police Department Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis told the Memphis City Council in February 13 additional officers were facing internal police charges related to Nichols’ death, but she did not identify them.
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Ben Wheeler
Ben Wheeler is an investigative reporter and is a member of The Daily Memphian’s public safety reporting team. He previously worked at the Yankton Daily Press and Dakotan and Herald-Citizen.
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