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Zimmerman Released On Bail; Ex-Girlfriend Alleges That He Has Contemplated Suicide and Has Choked Her

• November 19, 2013 • 1 Comment

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George Zimmerman, Killer of Trayvon Martin, Charged With Domestic Violence Against His New Girlfriend

• November 18, 2013 • Comments Off

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The Guardian, UK

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The BBC

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