“It was extremely disturbing and inhumane,” said Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown.
BUFFALO, NY – Leaders from western New York and across the state were quick to condemn what they saw on bodycam video, the death of Tire Nichols.
Authorities on Friday released the bodycam footage of five Memphis police officers beating Tire Nichols to death. His death led to murder charges and national outrage.
Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown viewed the footage before appearing for a prayer circle on the steps of City Hall.
“I was viewing camera footage of the vicious attack that killed Tire Nichols with members of the community in my office,” he said in a statement. “It was extremely disturbing and inhuman. I condemn the actions of those who brutally murdered an unarmed man.
“Violence like this has absolutely no place in our society. We must support each other and work together to heal. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Tire Nichols and the entire Memphis community.”
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement from John Garcia, who said Friday night, “The actions of the five former officers were inhumane. As law enforcement officers and public officials, we are sworn to protect and serve our citizens.
“What happened in Memphis was a gross renunciation of that solemn duty.”
STATEMENT BY SHERIFF GARCIA REGARDING TIRE NICHOLS
“I agree with the Memphis Police Chief that the actions of the five former officers were inhumane. As law enforcement officers and public officials, we are sworn to protect and serve our citizens. 1/3
— Erie County Sheriff (@ECSONY1) January 28, 2023
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand spoke of a call for action at the highest level.
“The death of Tire Nichols is outrageous and appalling and I am grateful that the officers responsible were quickly charged with his murder,” she said. “I am praying for Tire’s mother, son, family and friends, along with the Memphis church and our country.
“More needs to be done at all levels of government to eliminate violence and brutality from our criminal justice system and to change the circumstances that make such atrocities possible.”
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