Omaha street renamed to honor Vivian Strong, 14-year-old shot by a police officer in 1969
Fifty-four years later, the city is taking steps to honor her life and legacy by renaming a portion of North 21st Street after her.
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North Omaha street renamed to honor Vivian Strong, 14-year-old shot by a police officer in 1969
The 1969 killing of Vivian Strong is a dark stain on Omaha's history. Fifty-four years later, the city is taking steps to honor her life and legacy by renaming a
Source: omaha.com
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North Omaha street renaming for officer-involved-shooting victim passes city council
The Omaha City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to dedicate 21st Street near Logan Fontenelle Park in Vivian Strong’s name.
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City approves 'Vivian Strong Street' in honor of young girl shot by OPD officer
In 1969, 14-year-old Vivian Strong was shot in the back of the head by an Omaha police officer after running away from a vacant apartment. It led to protests and riots in North Omaha. Tuesday, the Omaha City Council approved the naming of "Vivian Strong Street" on 21st Street from Clark Street to Paul Street.
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Street renaming for officer-involved-shooting victim passes city council
The Omaha City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to dedicate 21st Street near Logan Fontenelle Park in Vivian Strong’s name.
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