Joanne Chesimard
Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur, is a former member of the Black Panther Party and the Black Liberation Army, who was convicted in 1977 for the murder of New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster during a 1973 shootout. After escaping prison and seeking asylum in Cuba, she has become a symbol of resistance for some in the African American community while remaining a fugitive wanted by the U.S. government. Her case has been a focal point in discussions about U.S.-Cuba relations and the extradition of American fugitives.
Born on Jul 24, 1947 (77 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United States:
Authorities accused Cuba of harboring Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur, a convicted cop killer.
5