5 Memphis police officers plead not guilty in the death of Tyre Nichols | New York Post

Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the violent arrest and death of Tyre Nichols.

Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Desmond Mills Jr., Emmitt Martin III, and Justin Smith made their first court appearances with their lawyers before a judge in Shelby County Criminal Court. The officers were fired after an internal police investigation into the Jan. 7 arrest of Nichols, who died in a hospital three days later.

The officers pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct, and official oppression. They are all out on bond. Their next hearing has been scheduled for May 1.

Addressing the courtroom, Judge James Jones Jr. asked for everyone’s “continued patience” and ”continued civility,” stressing that “this case can take some time.”

“We understand that there may be some high emotions in this case, but we ask that you continue to be patient with us,” Jones said. “Everyone involved wants this case to be concluded as quickly as possible. But it’s important for you all to understand that the state of Tennessee, as well as each one of these defendants, have an absolute right to a fair trial.”

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[hellohello-cuug]

Look at them all. They all beat on a 150 lb unarmed young man.

[Jay-hrrh]

The face mask is not going to save you against other prisoners.

[peace]

What a waste of time and money. We all saw the video of a severe deadly beating.

[Leo-zv]

The video is still being viewed all over the world Ireland Europe Africa India Norway Sweden China Ukraine all over it’s disgusting video

[leroymccray]

How can they have the nerve to plead not guilty knowing that their actions resulted in that young Man's death. I pray that the state gives them life without the possibility of parole setting an example to other officers that this behavior will not be tolerated at all

[Nelotepes]

We know they are guilty they deserve to rot in jail

[pieceApie]

How the officers gone plead not guilty when they all the only ones on video kicking, punching, and hitting Tyre with a baton??? What are they going to lie in court after the judge or jury watch the video and see all of them in it?😥

[edwardtrunk]

Why is the UK press hushing this up? They never stopped talking about George Floyd.

[leggs]

Someone want to explain why the guy ran? If he hadn’t done that and had did what he was asked / told he’d still be here.

[steverogers]

BEATING WAS UNCALLED FOR ..
SHOULD BE FIRED FOR THAT ...
BUT NOT GUILTY..
SUSPECT SHOULD HAVE NEVER RAN AND RESISTED POLICE ...
IF HE DIDNT RUN WOULD STILL BE ALIVE