On June 3, 2025, a mural dedicated to Jackie Robinson in Dorsey Park, Miami, was defaced with a swastika and racial slurs, an act labeled as a hate crime. The incident drew immediate attention, with community leaders like Terrence Cribbs-Lorrant highlighting the ongoing issues of racism. The local community and the Miami police responded by planning enhanced police patrols to address the safety concerns in Overtown, a historically significant site for African American baseball players.
Terrence Cribbs-Lorrant stated, "We need the community to uncover the hurt and the hatred that is existing," urging for communal awareness following the hate crime.
Miami Police Commander A. Cooper assured the public that, "We're going to increase police patrols," emphasizing the need for more safety and enforcement in Overtown.
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