This episode delves into the pivotal trial that ignited the Black Lives Matter movement, focusing on the case of George Zimmerman. After the fatal shooting of unarmed African American teenager Trayvon Martin, Zimmerman faced charges of second-degree murder. The courtroom proceedings and the subsequent verdict of not guilty sparked widespread outrage and conversations about race, justice, and systemic inequality in America, marking a significant moment in the fight for civil rights.
Show
The Jury Speaks
Episode
S01E03
Air Date
Jul 24, 2017