Murdered in a Hoodie

In this groundbreaking work, two of the world's leading experts in criminal law and forensic pathology embark on a meticulous investigation into the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin and the legal proceedings that followed.

Combining expert forensic analysis with a diligent legal examination, this book exposes overlooked evidence, procedural error, and systemic failures that shaped the ruling of the George Zimmerman trial. With unparalleled professional knowledge of case materials and a scientific approach to uncovering the previously neglected facts, the authors expose how the justice system failed Trayvon Martin-not only in providing accountability for a senseless murder, but in confronting the deep racial biases that pervade law enforcement and judicial institutions.

Murdered in a Hoodie serves as a broader indictment of the individuals who allowed racial prejudice to corrupt their professional obligations and a legal system that often fails to protect marginalized communities. It explores the cultural climate that sparked the Black Lives Matter movement and the critical demand for reform. Although the murder occurred over a decade ago, its analysis continues to shed light on contemporary social issues, including the persistent presence of structural racism in the United States.