Memphis has disbanded its specialised police unit after the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, as more protests were planned in US cities a day after a harrowing video of the attack was released.
Protesters march downtown a day after the release of video footage showing the encounter between Tyre Nichols and five Memphis police officers, which resulted in his beating and subsequent death, in Memphis, Tennessee, on 28 January 2023.
Mr Nichols' family and officials, including President Joe Biden, have expressed outrage and sorrow but have urged protesters to remain peaceful. Demonstrations so far have been free of violence.
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