Statement regarding MPD Internal Investigation and Findings

Statement regarding MPD Internal Investigation and Findings

The Memphis Police Department has concluded its administrative investigation into the
tragic death of Mr. Tyre Nichols. After a thorough review of the circumstances
surrounding this incident, we have determined that five (5) MPD officers violated
multiple department policies, including excessive use of force, duty to intervene, and
duty to render aid.

Earlier today, each officer charged was terminated from the Memphis Police
Department. The Memphis Police Department is committed to protecting and defending
the rights of every citizen in our city. The egregious nature of this incident is not a
reflection of the good work that our officers perform, with integrity, every day.

Chief Cerelyn “CJ” Davis
Memphis Police Department

The following officers were terminated from the Memphis Police Department.

Officer Tadarrius Bean Hire date: August 2020
Officer Demetrius Haley Hire date: August 2020
Officer Emmitt Martin III Hire date: March 2018
Officer Desmond Mills, Jr. Hire date: March 2017
Officer Justin Smith Hire date: March 2018

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