Crime & Safety
UPDATE: Zimmerman Charged With Second-Degree Murder
The 28-year-old has claimed self-defense in the teen's death.
The Associated Press is reporting that George Zimmerman was arrested and charged with second-degree murder. Read this article from the New York Times.
George Zimmerman, the man accused of killing in Florida February 26, will be charged for his role in the death of the 17-year-old, the Washington Post reports.
More than a month has passed since the Zimmerman has claimed he acted in self-defense, acting in accordance with Florida's Stand Your Ground Law.
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The fact he has remained a free man has
Yesterday, Zimmerman's lawyers dropped their client, citing their inability to contact him.Â
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