In this episode of Rock Newman 2.0, we welcome back Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., M.D., Chair of the Department of Pathology at Howard University. Dr. Mitchell will share his inspiring journey, overcoming the challenges of growing up with an absent father due to addiction and the process of reconciliation between father and son. We will also delve into his remarkable career, including his role as DC’s chief medical examiner and chair of Pathology at Howard University.
Additionally, we’ll explore Dr. Mitchell’s latest book, ‘DEATH IN CUSTODY,’ shedding light on the alarming “intentional” lack of accountability for deaths within the carceral system. Dr. Mitchell passionately emphasizes the urgent need for reliable data on the number of individuals who die in custody each year, whether during encounters with the police, during transportation, or while in jails, prisons, or detention centers. By addressing this human rights issue, researchers and policymakers can make a genuine impact.
