WASHINGTON — The Justice Department on Wednesday confirmed it has launched a review into the Memphis Police Department's use-of-force and de-escalation policies, along with a separate review of specialized police units deployed in cities across the country following the death of Tyre Nichols, a Black man who died several days after he was beaten during a traffic stop in the city.
The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, or COPS, will release a public report upon the conclusion of the review.
The COPS office said it will also work to produce a guide for police chiefs around the country about the use of specialized units and how they should be properly managed. Gupta continued,"The COPS Office guide on specialized units will be a critical resource for law enforcement, mayors and community members committed to effective community policing that respects the dignity of community members and keeps people safe."
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