African American male killed 02.26.2012
Killer acquitted in gated community under "Stand Your Ground" law.
No witnesses no conviction
This is an Obituary that should never have been written:
9_26_2012
Trayvon Martin was a 17-year-old African American male who tragically lost his life on February 26, 2012. He was fatally shot by The Shooter, a neighborhood watch volunteer, in a gated community in Sanford, Florida. Trayvon’s death sparked national and international attention, leading to discussions about racial profiling, self-defense laws, and issues related to gun violence. The subsequent trial of the shooter resulted in his acquittal on July 13, 2013, raising broader conversations about justice and systemic inequalities. Trayvon Martin’s legacy remains significant in discussions about civil rights, social justice and the need for reform.