MIAMI SHOOTOUT Ep. 2 | “Escalation”

MIAMI SHOOTOUT Ep. 2 | “Escalation”

From Infamous America by Black Barrel Media

June 10, 2026 · 32 min · Season 45 · Episode 2

About this episode

The episode discusses the escalation of violence by Michael Platt and Bill Matix during their crime spree in South Miami and the FBI's investigation efforts.

After a robbery spree in October and November of 1985, Michael Platt and Bill Matix go dark until January of 1986. They return to their favorite territory in South Miami, but they run into trouble when a witness provides crucial help to the police. Platt and Matix escalate their violence, which leads to their first big mistake. FBI investigators make progress, but they still need a key piece of information in order to crack the case. Thanks to our sponsor, Quince! Use this link for Free Shipping and 365-day returns: Quince.com/infamousamerica Join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: blackbarrel.supportingcast.fm/join Apple users join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes, bingeable seasons and bonus episodes. Click the Black Barrel+ banner on Apple to get started with a 3-day free trial. On YouTube, subscribe to INFAMOUS+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: hit “Join” on the Legends YouTube homepage. For more details, please visit www.blackbarrelmedia.com or @blackbarrelmedia on Instagram. APC first line: This episode will be available for free on … . For instant access, ad-free listening and exclusive content, join Black Barrel+ Learn more about your…

People in this episode

Host: Black Barrel Media

Topics covered

  • true crime
  • 1980s crime
  • FBI investigation
  • robbery
  • violence escalation

Keywords

  • Miami shootout
  • Michael Platt
  • Bill Matix
  • FBI
  • crime spree
  • 1986

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Organizations: FBI

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