The Memphis Police released four videos of the assault on Friday, some with audio, some without.
At one point, up to eight cops are seen standing around the injured Nichols.
Unlike CNN and MSNBC, Fox offered commentary on the footage.
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On the West Coast, the Big 3 broadcast networks saw ABC and NBC stick with local news.
Disney-owned ABC cut in nationally with a David Muir hosted special report at around 7:30 PM ET/4:30 PM PT.
ABC did show split screen footage of protesters in Memphis.
Because so little information has come out about what transpired, this video is vital to understanding what happened.
The internet also dropped the authentication on CNN.com so it can be viewed live on digital platforms.
Were paid to watch it and we have to process it.
Americans and viewers watching dont have to if you dont want to.
But you’re gonna wanna know.
Steve Mulroy in a January 26 press conference.
In fact, it took over half an hour for any assistance to show up.
On Thursday night, Nichols mother RowVaughn Wells visited a candlelight vigil for her son.
I have not seen the video but I have been briefed on that video.
PresidentJoe Bidenput out a statement Friday expressing his condolences to the Nichols family and seeking police reform.
Outrage is understandable, but violence is never acceptable.
Violence is destructive and against the law.
It has no place in peaceful protests seeking justice.
Youre going to see a disregard for life.
A funeral for Tyre Nichols has been set for next week.
