Memorial Service For Slain Motorist Tyre Nichols

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THE UNITED STATES – The funeral for Tyre Nichols, who died three days after a beating by police officers was held in Memphis on Wednesday.

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the congregation and paid tribute to the “Courage and the strength” of his family.

Civil rights campaigner Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy and condemned the killers.

His death sparked a renewed nationwide outcry against police brutality, as five officers were promptly charged with murder.

Additional police and staff were fired in recent days.