jan 7, 2023 - Tyre Nichols Murder
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Tyre Nichols died of blunt force injuries after being beaten by Memphis police officers during a traffic stop, an autopsy has found.
The post-mortem showed Mr Nichols, 29, suffered brain injuries and wounds to his head and elsewhere on his body.
Five police officers were charged with murder and other crimes after his death - they pleaded not guilty in February.
Mr Nichols' death three days after the traffic stop sparked nationwide protests against police brutality.
Video footage of the 7 January incident shows police officers using Tasers, as well as kicking and punching Mr Nichols after he was pulled over whilst driving.
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