In Memphis, Tennessee, Tyre Nichols’ death has sparked outrage and calls for police reform. On January 29th, Nichols was arrested by a Memphis Police Department (MPD) officer and later died in police custody. On February 1st, the MPD announced that three officers were being charged with second-degree murder and other charges in connection with his death.

The news of Nichols’ death has sparked protests and vigils in the city, with many demanding accountability from the MPD. At a vigil for Nichols on January 30th, dozens of people gathered in Davis to call for police reform and justice for his death.

The video of Nichols’ arrest has also reignited calls for police reform. In the video, Nichols can be seen being taken into custody by MPD officers, and later dying in police custody.

The Memphis Grizzlies basketball team has also spoken out against Nichols’ death, and announced that they will be helping the city heal. The team’s owner, Mark Giannotto, said in a statement that they want to help “work toward a better future for our city and our citizens.”

The death of Tyre Nichols has sparked outrage in Memphis and beyond, with many calling for police reform and justice for his death.