Memphis SCORPION unit tied to Tyre Nichols' beating death 'permanently deactivated' The Citizen 3 years ago The move is an apparent answer to calls from civil rights attorneys representing the family of Tyre Nichols, who died after he was beaten by police. Source: The Daily News Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Tense Memphis mourns Tyre Nichols, awaits release of videoDateJanuary 27, 2023In relation toLascassasEx-Memphis police officers plead not guilty in Tyre Nichols' deathDateFebruary 17, 2023In relation toLascassas'A Good Friday moment': Rev. Sharpton and Rev. Turner speak about Tyre Nichols' funeral impactDateJanuary 31, 2023In relation toLascassas