Court documents have revealed that former officer Emmitt Martin will attend a change of plea hearing at 2 p.m. CT in the courtroom of U.S. District Judge Mark Norris.

This development comes after another former officer, Desmond Mills Jr., made the decision to plead guilty last November to federal charges of excessive force and obstruction of justice. As part of his plea, Mills agreed to cooperate with prosecutors and faces a maximum sentence of 15 years behind bars.

The incident in question occurred on January 7, 2023, during a routine traffic stop. After the stop, Nichols, 29, was taken to the hospital where he tragically passed away several days later. Disturbing footage captured by cameras depicted multiple Memphis police officers kicking, punching, and striking him with a baton.

The other officers involved in this case, namely Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, have all pleaded not guilty to both federal and state charges connected to Nichols' tragic death. It remains to be seen how this case will unfold for them.

The ongoing investigation and subsequent legal proceedings have sparked serious discussions regarding police brutality and the need for accountability within law enforcement. The communities affected by these events are demanding justice and a thorough examination of the systems in place to prevent such incidents from occurring again.

As the change of plea hearing for Emmitt Martin approaches, many will be closely watching the outcome, hoping for a step toward justice for Tyre Nichols, his family, and all those impacted by this harrowing case.