Memphis police chief warns Tyre Nichols footage could be worse than Rodney King video

The police chief in Memphis, Tennessee has warned that bodycam footage of officers assaulting a motorist – who died three days later – could be even worse than the video of Rodney King attack which sparked riots across Los Angeles, over thirty years ago.

Five police officers – who’ve all been dismissed – have been charged with murder after the death of Tyre Nichols.

President Biden has joined the appeals for calm when the footage is released later tonight.

Warning: There are distressing images in this report.