Federal Charges Filed Against Five Former Officers in Tyre Nichols Beating Death

Five former Memphis police officers have been indicted on federal criminal charges, including civil rights, conspiracy, and obstruction offenses, in connection with the death of Tyre Nichols. The charges include deprivation of rights under color of law for unlawfully assaulting Nichols, refusing to intervene, and failing to provide medical aid. If convicted, the officers could face up to life in prison. The indictment also includes charges related to witness tampering and obstruction. The officers had previously pleaded not guilty to state charges of second-degree murder. The case drew national attention after video footage showed the officers brutally beating Nichols during a routine traffic stop.