Memphis police suspend 6th officer in wake of Tyre Nichols beating

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View online January 30, 2023 1/ Memphis police suspend 6th officer in wake of Tyre Nichols beating   The Memphis Police Department has removed a sixth police officer from duty in the wake of Tyre Nichols beating and death.   A department spokesperson speaking with Fox 13 Memphis reportedly said a sixth officer, Preston Hemphill, has been put on administrative leave. The spokesperson did not elaborate on how the officer is related to Mr Nichols.   "Officer Hemphill is relieved of duty. This is an ongoing investigation. Once additional information is available, we will update our social media platforms. Hemphill was hired in 2018," the spokesperson said.   Mr Hemphill's attorney, Lee Gerald, confirmed to ABC 7 that his client was the third officer at Nichols' initial traffic stop.   "As per departmental regulations Officer Hemphill activated his bodycam," Mr Gerald said in a statement. "He was never present at the second scene. He is cooperating with officials in this investigation." 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