March 15, 1984: Jury acquits Miami police officer Luis Alvarez for shooting of Nevell Johnson Jr. (with Seth A. Weitz)

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss the 1984 acquittal of Luis Alvarez for the shooting death of Nevell Johnson Jr. in 1982. We also explore Miami's larger racial history and more with Dr. Seth A. Weitz, associate professor of history at Dalton State College and his book, "City of Hope, City of Rage: Miami, 1968-1994" (Click the link to order now!) Visit the This Day in Miami History shop on Spreadshirt for the ALL-NEW Interama t-shirt, and more, as well as TDMH-branded material!Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and Facebook!Police sealed off a 250-square-block area of the Overtown... - UPI Archives, Dec. 29, 1982The Overtown ghetto, inflamed by the swift acquittal of... - UPI Archives, March 16, 1984Here is a chronology of Miami's recent racial strife.... - UPI Archives, March 16, 1984Miami's Verdict | TIME, March 26, 1984THE BLOG: 30 YEARS AGO : STATE V. OFFICER LUIS ALVAREZAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy