Riots that broke out in Memphis after the fatal shooting of an armed robbery suspect have injured 36 police officers.
The officers, who had plastic shields and tear gas, faced an angry crowd.
Senator Marsha Blackburn said, “Thank you to the Memphis Police Department, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and U.S. Marshals for their work to contain the riots and keep the people of Memphis safe.
"I am closely following the situation and continue to receive updates from the TBI. My prayers are with the officers who suffered injuries and the people of Memphis.”
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