Police supervisor in Tyre Nichols’ death retired with benefits day prior to termination hearing: reports

Lt. DeWayne Smith, who spent 25 years on the Memphis police force, was facing disciplinary charges for neglect of duty, unauthorized public statements and compliance with regulations, when he submitted his retirement on March 1.

Tyre Nichols was brutally beaten by several Memphis police officers during a traffic stop and died three days later from his injuries.

Seven officers were fired over Nichols’ death, including five who were charged with second-degree murder.