Skateboard legend Tony Hawk says he will donate half of the proceeds of autographed photos of himself and BMX rider Rick Throne to the memorial fund for Tyre Nichols
This undated photo provided by Ryan Wilson shows Tyre Nichols, who had a passion for skateboarding and was described by friends as joyful and lovable. Nichols was fatally beaten by police during a traffic stop in Memphis, Tenn., on Jan. 7, 2023. NASHVILLE, Tenn.
The photos can be purchased on Thorne's website for $30. Only 1,000 copies will be available for sale. Half of the proceeds from the autographed photos will go to Nichols' memorial fund"to help his family out, and to build a memorial skate park in his name, honoring his love for skateboarding," according to Thorne's website.He died Jan. 10 after police stopped him for what they said was a traffic violation and beat him.
Six officers have since been fired and charged. One other officer has been suspended, but has not been identified. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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