The Memphis Police Department has fired five officers following an investigation into the death of Tyre Nichols. The incident began as a routine traffic stop that quickly escalated into a fatal confrontation.

The five officers were fired for their involvement in the arrest of Nichols, who died after being taken into custody. The investigation into the incident concluded that the officers had used excessive force, leading to the termination of their employment.

The New York Times reported that the five officers had been fired “over a traffic stop that turned deadly.” The Huffington Post reported that the officers were fired “following the deadly arrest of Tyre Nichols.”

WREG News Channel 3 reported that the five officers were fired after the investigation into Nichols’ death. The station also reported that the five officers had been “fired in Nichols’ investigation.”

WATN – Local 24 reported that the Memphis Police had fired five officers for their involvement in Tyre Nichols’ death.

The incident has sparked outrage in the Memphis community, with many calling for justice for Nichols and his family. The full coverage of the incident can be seen on USNN.