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The jury has begun deliberations in the state trial of three former Memphis police officers—Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith—charged in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols during a January 2023 traffic stop. The officers face multiple charges, including second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct, and official oppression.
The trial, which has garnered national attention, concluded its closing arguments on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Prosecutors argued that the officers used excessive force and failed to intervene or provide medical assistance, contributing to Nichols. . .
