Department of Justice launches civil rights investigation into city of Memphis, police department The Citizen 2 years ago The announcement comes more than six months after the death of Tyre Nichols, who was tased, pepper sprayed and beat by Memphis Police officers. Source: The Daily News Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Analysis: Nashville police release footage quickly. Why can't Memphis?DateJanuary 31, 2023In relation toLascassasFive fired Memphis police officers indicted, booked in connection to Tyre Nichols deathDateJanuary 26, 2023In relation toLascassasMemphis police find body believed to be missing 4-year-old; mother, boyfriend chargedDateJune 16, 2023In relation toLascassas