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Generic Other

(28,979 posts)
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 02:08 PM Sep 2013

The real George Zimmerman story

Okay, this is not the real story. It is my attempt at an honest re-construction of the events of his life beginning before the death of Trayvon Martin and ending with the domestic violence allegations of yesterday.

My theories are based on a few random observations I recalled from the trial as well as George Zimmerman's behavior since the trial. Some of you may think puzzle pieces are also starting to fall into place.

First off, Z. spent way too much time doing blockwatch activities after he and Mrs. Z. moved into the complex. And when one attractive blonde neighbor had a home invasion break-in occur at her house as she testified in court, Zimmerman began to check up on her security, helping her secure her sliding door, the locks, etc. He stopped by 22 times according to her testimony. And Mrs. Z. maybe was not the happiest of campers about that. Just a hunch on my part. She knows or suspects George the show-off is trying to score points with the pretty blonde. And she's probably jealous. Anyway, they also have a lot of bills. Like 30k in debt. They fight a lot. She's trying to get through nursing program. High stress. He's off and on serious about being a cop. Anyway, drama in the Z. house is always on high.

Really none of that brought up in court, and also not the fact that Mrs. Z. had a violent argument with George just before he went out and accosted Trayvon Martin. In fact, Mrs. Z. moved back in with her father. This is according to her new interview with ABC. So George may already have been seething when he encountered Trayvon. And we know what happened there. Mrs. Z. did too. She knew better than most what her husband was capable of, or what he secretly itched to do.

After he shot Trayvon, he rather casually threw his cellphone at a neighbor and said to call his wife "Tell her I shot someone." Nothing more. Now if that isn't meant to wound his wife, I don't know what else it was meant to do. He doesn't tell the guy to tell his wife he is in trouble and needs her to come right away. No, he throws that in her face and no other words. Not even. "I am ok." Nothing. Sounds to me like the wants her to think that the fight between them caused him to kill a kid. Her fault. To make her feel guilty. Somewhat explains her tearful apology to Trayvon's mother. She knows what it is to be manipulated and lied to.

So now she comes home. Tries to be supportive. Lies for him and gets herself in trouble with the law. Attends the trial. As the marriage collapses. She can't testify for the defense because she knows too much. She knows what George says in private, what he thinks, what he is capable of. She knows that for sure now. Especially when she comes to court and he refuses to be man enough to come with her. Whatever vestiges of a marriage remained that was obviously the final straw for her. Of course, he's been driving around aimlessly, getting pulled over for speeding, etc. Visiting a gun factory. Pretty much acting like he thinks he's a celebrity.

She files for divorce, he turns up at her house. Her ipad gets smashed. She says he attacked it with a knife. He said she hit him on the back with it. There was a gun because he still has a CWP. Whether he pulled it or not, she had no idea if he might. And he made gestures (didn't he wear it behind his back in his waist band?) toward it, and threatening words. Her father was hit in the altercation. Something happened. We can believe her or him. Oddly the last thing she said on the 911 call was that there was a woman with him. So did he also bring a woman to show Mrs. Z. he was in demand among the ladies? Or was she the bodyguard who also was there?

Anyway, that is my theory as to what was going on in George's head the night he murdered Trayvon Martin and why his wife fears him. With good reason I might add.

Have I missed anything?

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The real George Zimmerman story (Original Post) Generic Other Sep 2013 OP
I didn't watch the trial, but my people are in Florida, and their Auntie purchased LaydeeBug Sep 2013 #1
They sound dangerous Generic Other Sep 2013 #2
Mine are both teens...barely, and they aren't planning on tracking down *anyone* LaydeeBug Sep 2013 #7
I think this is what the NRA wants uponit7771 Sep 2013 #3
It could very well be what they want...but it's better LaydeeBug Sep 2013 #6
You sound like Calamity Jane from Deadwood Generic Other Sep 2013 #8
Well, I got sharp shooting lessons like Annie Oakley, lol LaydeeBug Sep 2013 #9
Sounds plausible enough to me. Tommy_Carcetti Sep 2013 #4
And not a whisper of it in the trial Generic Other Sep 2013 #5
Wish it had come in somehow. nt Tommy_Carcetti Sep 2013 #18
Very interesting malaise Sep 2013 #10
All the stuff we didn't hear about in the trial Generic Other Sep 2013 #11
His past was always going to catch up with him malaise Sep 2013 #12
They have a hard time keeping out of the limelight Generic Other Sep 2013 #13
Isn't that the truth malaise Sep 2013 #17
Hon CatWoman Sep 2013 #14
Trained on soap operas Generic Other Sep 2013 #15
I agree with your rendition of the story onethatcares Sep 2013 #16
 

LaydeeBug

(10,291 posts)
1. I didn't watch the trial, but my people are in Florida, and their Auntie purchased
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 02:24 PM
Sep 2013

two guns after that acquittal. One got a Bersa .380cc and the other a S&W 642

Because it's open season on minority folk in Florida, and mine won't be waiting for some asshole to stand his ground.

It is a sad day, and one I'd never dreamt I'd have to experience, not even in my worst nightmares, but Mine got permits, firearms and shooting/safety lessons.

 

LaydeeBug

(10,291 posts)
7. Mine are both teens...barely, and they aren't planning on tracking down *anyone*
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 02:53 PM
Sep 2013

but you best believe they can defend themselves should someone try to track THEM down.

 

LaydeeBug

(10,291 posts)
6. It could very well be what they want...but it's better
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 02:51 PM
Sep 2013

to be judged by 12 than carried by 6.

And it *is* dangerous. And I am against gun ownership, really. But until they are all illegal, as long as ONE side think it's 'sacred' to carry a weapon, and the other side says weapons should not be legal, only ONE side will ultimately win, and THEY are the ones who get to tell their story while your people are being sent to the morgue.

This isn't the hand any of us want, but it's the hand we've been dealt, and I like a fair fight, should it come to that.

Generic Other

(28,979 posts)
8. You sound like Calamity Jane from Deadwood
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 03:25 PM
Sep 2013

I am not criticizing but observing a wild west feel to your statements. I remember an America where gun violence was rare, but the old West was won by people who thought like you do.

But at some point, our gun-toting pioneer ancestors decided they had had enough shooting and killing. They hung the guns over the mantels where they rusted into fine antiques. For a short time in the 20th century, we lived without locking doors. Some of us still remember those times. They didn't last long. Maybe it was the Cold War mentality that made us all revert. When we re-reminded ourselves to fear our neighbors. Especially if they were minorities. Or had different beliefs than us.

I wish we could go back to the time when we didn't feel like we needed locks.

 

LaydeeBug

(10,291 posts)
9. Well, I got sharp shooting lessons like Annie Oakley, lol
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 03:36 PM
Sep 2013

I remember not locking the door at night. I remember celebrating diversity when someone of color moved into our neighborhood. Like, wow! we're going to learn all about *india* now, or so and so can speak in italian too. His grandfather was teaching us all the cuss words...hahahahaha.

And you're right, at some point, those gun toting pioneer ancestors decided gun violence wasn't their bag.

And then in Florida, in 2012, the descendants of those pioneers decided that it was.

Until they decide again for that day, me and mine will be armed for our protection. We'll lay ours down when they lay theirs down...

and not one minute sooner.

Tommy_Carcetti

(43,153 posts)
4. Sounds plausible enough to me.
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 02:37 PM
Sep 2013

I honestly do think the fight George was having with her the night of the shooting weighed very heavily on his state of mind.

He was angry that night.

Generic Other

(28,979 posts)
5. And not a whisper of it in the trial
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 02:44 PM
Sep 2013

Only that Mrs. Z. was at her father's house that night. Like a social visit. And yet it was a major major factor. And George made her feel like his actions were as much her fasult as he tried to make them Trayvon's. That is how pathological liars work. Even his brother acts like one.

Generic Other

(28,979 posts)
11. All the stuff we didn't hear about in the trial
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 07:02 PM
Sep 2013

The cockroaches are beginning to scurry out in the light of day.

malaise

(268,698 posts)
12. His past was always going to catch up with him
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 07:04 PM
Sep 2013

I'd love to hear from his RW fan club - racist scumbags all.

Generic Other

(28,979 posts)
13. They have a hard time keeping out of the limelight
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 07:07 PM
Sep 2013

The brother too. It's like a modern condensed version of Crime and Punishment!

onethatcares

(16,161 posts)
16. I agree with your rendition of the story
Tue Sep 10, 2013, 07:45 PM
Sep 2013

and I believe he knew that if he kept his mouth shut and did not get on the stand, he'd walk.

Now the pressure of what the missus knows is weighing heavily on her heart, the divorce is the first logical step.

Asking for him to pay for a life insurance policy on himself is a good move.

She already lied for him about the money they had.

I think she's a better person than he is and more will come out in the future.

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