Jane Velez-Mitchell

No ‘Stand Your Ground’ hearing?

By Jackie Taurianen

updated 7:52 PM EST, Tue March 05, 2013

Attorneys for George Zimmerman made a shocking announcement today when they told a judge they’re going to skip the Stand Your Ground hearing, something that could have granted Zimmerman immunity in the Trayvon Martin case.

Zimmerman, who’s accused of shooting the 17-year-old in self-defense, is charged with second degree murder.

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Filed under: George zimmerman, Trayvon martin, Trayvon martin case, Crime, Justice

Trayvon Martin: One Year Later

By Jackie Taurianen

updated 7:34 PM EST, Tue February 26, 2013

A candlelight vigil in New York City honored the one-year anniversary of Trayvon Martin’s death at the hands of neighborhood watch captain, George Zimmerman. The 17-year-old Trayvon, was shot to death on his way home from a convenience store by Zimmerman.

Organized by the Trayvon Martin Foundation, the “Million Hoodies” vigil is just one of many events scheduled around the country to honor the slain teen.

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Filed under: Justice, Trayvon martin, Trayvon martin case, George zimmerman

Trayvon's family reacts to new Zimmerman tape

By Richard Dool

updated 4:27 PM EDT, Fri May 25, 2012

More information is surfacing about the relationship George Zimmerman had with the Sanford Police Department.

In a newly released audio recording, Zimmerman slammed the police department. The comments happened at a City Hall meeting in January of 2011. Zimmerman said he went on a ride along with police and was “disgusted” by the behavior of the officer.

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New video shows Trayvon Martin

By Richard Dool

updated 4:16 PM EDT, Fri May 18, 2012

Just released surveillance video from a 7-11 store shows Trayvon Martin shortly before his death. In the video you can see Martin, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, buy a bag of skittles and a can of ice tea. At one point he seems to be chatting with the clerk.

Jane Velez-Mitchell talks to a panel of experts to find out what we can learn from this new video.

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Trayvon Martin's autopsy report released

By Richard Dool

updated 7:32 PM EDT, Thu May 17, 2012

The autopsy report on Trayvon Martin was just released. That report shows that Trayvon Martin’s body tested positive for THC. This means there was marijuana in his system.

Trayvon Martin had 1.5 nanograms of THC and 7.3 nanograms of another THC substance. Both of those were found in blood in his chest. Traces of cannabis were also found in his urine. But what can we tell from that information? Jane Velez-Mitchell spoke to Howard Samuels, Founder and CEO, The Hills Treatment Center.

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New photos show Zimmerman injuries

By Richard Dool

updated 7:14 PM EDT, Thu May 17, 2012

New photos of George Zimmerman's injuries from the night of Trayvon Martin's death were released Thursday night. They show cuts to the back of Zimmerman's head and smaller cuts to his face.

George Zimmerman shot and killed Trayvon Martin in Sanford, Florida, February 26 of this year. Zimmerman claims the shooting was in self-defense. This is the first clear look we have had at his wounds.

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Report: Zimmerman had broken nose, black eyes

By HLNtv.com Staff

updated 6:56 PM EDT, Tue May 15, 2012

ABC News is reporting that medical records now show that George Zimmerman had a broken nose, two black eyes, and cuts to his scalp after his altercation with Trayvon Martin. These medical reports come the day after the incident where George Zimmerman shot and killed Trayvon Martin. ABC News also cites in the report that Zimmerman felt nausea when thinking about the violence from the night before.

George Zimmerman said he shot Trayvon Martin in self-defense that night.

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