Former Memphis mayor sends letter to outgoing city council saying police reform ordinances were never enforced
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- January 5, 2024
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Ordinances looking to reform Memphis’ police department after the death of Tyre Nichols almost a year ago were never enforced by former Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland, according to a letter Strickland sent to city council members. Nichols died after he was beaten by former police officers one year ago this week. […]
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