Memphis police to be investigated after fatal beating of Tyre Nichols

FILE – In this image from Tyre Nichols lies on the ground during a brutal attack by Memphis police officers (City of Memphis via AP, File)

The US Justice Department has announced that it will review the Memphis Police Department policies on use of force, de-escalation policies and specialised units in response to the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols during an arrest.

The review was requested by the city’s mayor and police chief.