Tyre Nichols death case: Former officers face federal sentencing
Federal sentencing dates have been set for five former Memphis police officers involved in the death of Tyre Nichols, with proceedings scheduled from June 16-23, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee. As of April 6, 2026, Tadarrius Bean and Justin Smith are set for June 16, 2025, Demetrius Haley for June 17, 2025, Emmitt Martin III for June 18, 2025, and Desmond Mills Jr. for June 23, 2025. These dates follow federal convictions and guilty pleas, despite a federal judge ordering a new trial for Bean, Haley, and Smith in August 2025, and their subsequent acquittal of all state charges, including second-degree murder, on May 7, 2025. Prosecutors have recommended 151 months in prison for Bean and Smith, who were released on $50,000 bond each in September 2025.
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April 2026 — 1 developments
Sentencing dates have been set for former Memphis police officers in the federal case related to the Tyre Nichols beating.
Sentencing dates have been set for former Memphis police officers in the federal case related to the Tyre Nichols beating. Tadarrius Bean and Justin Smith are scheduled for June 16, 2025, Demetrius Haley for June 17, 2025, Emmitt Martin III for June 18, 2025, and Desmond Mills Jr. for June 23, 2025. These proceedings follow federal convictions and guilty pleas.
September 2025 — 4 developments
Former Memphis Police officers Justin Smith and Tadarrius Bean were released on a $50,000 bond each in September 2025, ahead of their new federal trial.
Former Memphis Police officers Justin Smith and Tadarrius Bean were released on a $50,000 bond each in September 2025, ahead of their new federal trial. This follows the August order for a new federal trial for Bean, Smith, and Demetrius Haley.
Tadarrius Bean's attorney argued against a retrial, citing a newly released affidavit, while Demetrius Haley's bond was reinstated, potentially leading to his release.
Tadarrius Bean's attorney argued against a retrial, citing a newly released affidavit, while Demetrius Haley's bond was reinstated, potentially leading to his release. Additionally, Tadarrius Bean was granted relief from house arrest and placed under a curfew.
Three former Memphis police officers—Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith—were acquitte…
Three former Memphis police officers—Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith—were acquitted of all state charges, including second-degree murder, on May 7, 2025, following a nine-day trial. Tadarrius Bean filed a motion on September 10, 2025, to reinstate his bail status ahead of a new federal trial, which is scheduled after the recusal of the federal judge due to alleged ex parte communications.
Prosecutors have recommended sentencing former Memphis Police Department officers Tadarrius Bean and…
Prosecutors have recommended sentencing former Memphis Police Department officers Tadarrius Bean and Justin Smith to 151 months in prison for their roles in the death of Tyre Nichols. Tadarrius Bean has also filed a motion requesting the reinstatement of his bail status ahead of a new federal trial, which is scheduled to begin after the recusal of the federal judge.
August 2025 — 1 developments
A federal judge ordered a new trial for former Memphis police officers Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Hal…
A federal judge ordered a new trial for former Memphis police officers Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, who were previously convicted of federal felonies in the death of Tyre Nichols. This decision came nearly a year after their initial conviction.
June 2025 — 4 developments
The federal sentencing hearing for Desmond Mills Jr.
The federal sentencing hearing for Desmond Mills Jr. is scheduled.
The federal sentencing hearing for Emmitt Martin III is scheduled.
The federal sentencing hearing for Emmitt Martin III is scheduled.
The federal sentencing hearing for Demetrius Haley is scheduled.
The federal sentencing hearing for Demetrius Haley is scheduled.
Federal sentencing hearings are scheduled for Justin Smith and Tadarrius Bean.
Federal sentencing hearings are scheduled for Justin Smith and Tadarrius Bean.
May 2025 — 2 developments
Three former Memphis police officers, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, have been a…
Three former Memphis police officers, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, have been acquitted of all state charges, including second-degree murder, in connection with the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. A jury found the officers not guilty on all counts after a nine-day trial. This resolution pertains to the state-level charges.
A jury acquitted Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith of all state charges, including second-degree murder, after a nine-day trial.
A jury acquitted Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith of all state charges, including second-degree murder, after a nine-day trial.
April 2025 — 1 developments
The state trial for Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith began in Memphis.
The state trial for Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith began in Memphis.
January 2025 — 1 developments
Former Memphis police officer Tadarrius Bean has requested an indefinite delay for his federal sente…
Former Memphis police officer Tadarrius Bean has requested an indefinite delay for his federal sentencing hearing, which was scheduled for January 22nd, due to facing an ongoing state trial.
December 2024 — 1 developments
The federal sentencing hearing for Emmitt Martin III was scheduled.
The federal sentencing hearing for Emmitt Martin III was scheduled.
October 2024 — 1 developments
A federal jury reached a mixed verdict for Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith.
A federal jury reached a mixed verdict for Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith. Bean and Smith were convicted of obstruction, while Haley was convicted of lesser civil rights charges (causing bodily injury) and obstruction/conspiracy to witness tamper. Emmitt Martin and Desmond Mills Jr. had previously pleaded guilty to federal charges.
September 2023 — 1 developments
A federal grand jury indicted the five former officers on federal civil rights and witness tampering charges.
A federal grand jury indicted the five former officers on federal civil rights and witness tampering charges.
January 2023 — 5 developments
The Memphis Police Department permanently deactivated the SCORPION unit, a specialized crime suppression team to which the involved officers belonged.
The Memphis Police Department permanently deactivated the SCORPION unit, a specialized crime suppression team to which the involved officers belonged.
Police body camera footage and surveillance video of the beating were released to the public, leading to widespread protests and condemnation.
Police body camera footage and surveillance video of the beating were released to the public, leading to widespread protests and condemnation.
The five former officers were charged in state court with second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct, and official oppression.
The five former officers were charged in state court with second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct, and official oppression.
Five Memphis police officers involved in the incident – Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Emmitt Martin III, Desmond Mills Jr.
Five Memphis police officers involved in the incident – Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Emmitt Martin III, Desmond Mills Jr., and Justin Smith – were fired after an internal investigation found they used excessive force, failed to intervene, and failed to render aid.
Tyre Nichols died in the hospital from the injuries sustained during the beating.
Tyre Nichols died in the hospital from the injuries sustained during the beating.