Tyre Nichols death: President Joe Biden urges for peace in Tennessee, Memphis, police to release body cam footage

US President Joe Biden has exhorted protesters in Tennessee to remain calm and maintain peace after a motorist named Tyre Nichols died allegedly following an arrest by police officials, according to reports.

Officials were planning to release the video of the controversial arrest that led to death of Tyre Nichols.

While the bodycam video of the tragic incident is to be published on Friday, lawyers appointed by Nichols' family claimed that the video would show that Nichols were beaten mercilessly.


Police officers, who were fired, are now facing murder charges. 29-year-old Tyre Nichols died after the traffic stop on January 7.

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation director David Rausch has described the incident as 'appalling'.

Meanwhile, Tennessee city Memphis was reportedly on the edge even as police have deployed more patrol force.

An attorney of the family alleged that five police officers stopped Nichols, who was returning home, for reckless driving.



The attorney alleged that there were two confrontations - first, when Nichols tried flee, and secondly, during the arrest.

Police said that Nichols had complained of breathing issue and was admitted to a hospital where he was listed as 'critical'.

The Nichols' family lawyer also alleged that Nichols was kicked and struck with stun gan and police even used pepper-spray.

FAQs:

1. How was Tyre Nichols killed?
   Tyre Nichols died after arrest.
2. Why was Tyre Nichols stopped by police?
   Tyre Nichols was stopped after alleged reckless driving.