The funeral of Tyre Nichols, a Black man killed in police custody, was held on Saturday, with calls for police reform echoing throughout the ceremony. The death of Tyre Nichols has sparked outrage across the country, with many calling for an end to police brutality and systemic racism.
The Reverend Al Sharpton, who attended the funeral, called for the five police officers accused of killing Tyre Nichols to be held accountable for their actions. “How dare you?” he said in a message to the officers.
Tyre Nichols’ mother spoke of her “unimaginable pain” at the ceremony, and thanked the community for their support. The family’s attorney has said that up to 20 hours of video footage related to the case has yet to be released.
The death of Tyre Nichols has become a rallying cry for police reform in Memphis, with many calling for an end to police brutality and systemic racism. The Commercial Appeal reported that Reverend Norment had urged the community to use the tragedy as an opportunity to learn and grow.
The death of Tyre Nichols has sparked nationwide outrage, with many calling for an end to police brutality and systemic racism. The funeral of Tyre Nichols has renewed calls for police reform, and the video footage yet to be released could prove to be crucial in the case.