Ex-Memphis police officers Tadarrius Bean and Justin Smith file motions for acquittal in Tyre Nichols federal case, citing insufficient evidence for obstruction of justice convictions.

Attorneys for ex-Memphis police officers Tadarrius Bean and Justin Smith, convicted in the Tyre Nichols federal case, have filed motions for acquittal. Both were found guilty of obstruction of justice during the January 7, 2023 incident. Their motions argue insufficient evidence for the convictions. While they have been released from custody, they remain under court supervision with GPS monitoring.

October 11, 2024
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