Memphis, Tennessee was rocked by a tragedy on January 26th when Tyre Nichols, a 29 year old African American man, was brutally beaten by police officers during a traffic stop. Video released by the Memphis Police Department shows that Nichols was hit several times, and five ex-police officers now face murder charges.

The video of the incident has sparked outrage and grief across the country, and the Memphis community has responded with a moment of silence for Nichols. On January 28th, the Timberwolves basketball team paid tribute to Nichols with a moment of silence prior to their game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

The killing of Tyre Nichols is a stark reminder of the systemic racism and police brutality that persists in the United States. The Guardian reported that the incident was “heinous and shocking,” but not an aberration.

The story of Tyre Nichols has been covered by numerous news outlets, including The Washington Post, CNN-News18, Fox News, and The San Francisco Chronicle.

The Memphis Police Department has released a statement condemning the actions of the officers involved in the incident and expressing their condolences to the Nichols family.

The five former officers, who were fired from the Memphis Police Department, face murder charges and are due in court on February 9th.

The story of Tyre Nichols is a tragic reminder of the injustices that African Americans face in the United States. The Memphis community has come together to mourn and to demand justice for Nichols and his family.