Statement concerning the tragic death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis

January 27, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario

Statement

On behalf of all employees of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, I would like to offer our deepest condolences to Tyre Nichols' family and friends. Mr. Nichol's death is tragic and we join in the calls for justice to hold those responsible accountable.

The RCMP acknowledges that as a policing community, more work is needed on transparency, police governance, modernization and enhanced training. We remain committed to being an organization that treats everyone we serve with dignity and respect and to carrying out our police work in ways which earn trust and confidence.

Brenda Lucki
Commissioner

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