The Memphis Police Department suspends another officer for his involvement in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, as five others face murder charges.
A Memphis police officer has been taken off duty pending an investigation into his role in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, days after five other officers were fired and charged with murder.Five officers are facing a number of charges including second-degree murderPreston Hemphill has been relieved of duty with pay, pending an administrative hearing, a Memphis Police Department spokesperson said.
The spokesman said an investigation into the incident was underway but declined to comment on Mr Hemphill's specific involvement in the case. No criminal charges have been announced against Mr Hemphill, who has worked for the department since 2018.
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