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5 Memphis police officers fired in link with the death of Tyre Nichols
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The Memphis Police Department has fired five officers in relation with Tyre Nichols' murder
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Tyre Nichols died in a hospital after being detained earlier this month by police
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During the arrest, the officers were found to have breached rules on the use of force, the duty to intervene, and the duty to offer help
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Nichols family has expressed support for the terminations and are seeking justice for his death
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The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating whether the officers actions were criminal in nature
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A civil rights inquiry has also been launched by the Department of Justice and the FBI
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On January 7th, cops pulled over a driver for careless driving, according to the police department
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A confrontation occurred and the suspect (Nichols) fled the scene on foot and was apprehended later
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City officials plan to release body cam footage after internal investigation and family review
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