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I am Trayvon Martin and I was murdered
I left my dads fiancee house because I wanted some sweets
I went to the nearby 7-eleven to get skittles and ice tea
on my way back while on the phone with my girlfriend
I notice this strange looking guy in a car following me
I began to walk faster, he also speeds up, so I ran
I could not get away, he's chasing me, tired and out of breath I stopped
he gets out his vehicle and approaches me
Why you following me? I asked,
he replies "what are you doing in my neighborhood, and why you wearing that hoody.
You don't belong here."
He draws his gun, I began shaking in fear for my life.
My girls says Trayvon keep walking, ignore him, but I can't.
He wrestles me to the ground, we scuffle, then a loud "Bang," I see a spark of fire, I feel a burning sensation
Something hot, metallic is ripping through my flesh
I collapse, choking on my blood and I'm becoming breathless.
My mom, my dad, my girl my friends, my life flashes before my eyes
Tears stream from my eyes, I scream "Dad please help me"
Blood spews from my mouth, I feel my consciousness fading
Blackness, I am no longer in the land of the living
Why
Why
Was I murdered, why did he follow me, why did he approach me
I left my dads fiancee house to get some skittles and an ice tea
This murderer has torn apart my entire family
I am not here to defend myself, to tell my side of my tragic story
I am Trayvon Martin "Please seek Justice for me"
I went to the nearby 7-eleven to get skittles and ice tea
on my way back while on the phone with my girlfriend
I notice this strange looking guy in a car following me
I began to walk faster, he also speeds up, so I ran
I could not get away, he's chasing me, tired and out of breath I stopped
he gets out his vehicle and approaches me
Why you following me? I asked,
he replies "what are you doing in my neighborhood, and why you wearing that hoody.
You don't belong here."
He draws his gun, I began shaking in fear for my life.
My girls says Trayvon keep walking, ignore him, but I can't.
He wrestles me to the ground, we scuffle, then a loud "Bang," I see a spark of fire, I feel a burning sensation
Something hot, metallic is ripping through my flesh
I collapse, choking on my blood and I'm becoming breathless.
My mom, my dad, my girl my friends, my life flashes before my eyes
Tears stream from my eyes, I scream "Dad please help me"
Blood spews from my mouth, I feel my consciousness fading
Blackness, I am no longer in the land of the living
Why
Why
Was I murdered, why did he follow me, why did he approach me
I left my dads fiancee house to get some skittles and an ice tea
This murderer has torn apart my entire family
I am not here to defend myself, to tell my side of my tragic story
I am Trayvon Martin "Please seek Justice for me"
Published 13th Jul 2013
| Edited 5th Feb 2023
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13th Jul 2013 6:57pm
It's been awhile since I been your way but this piece asked the questions everyone else wants to know Why? Why did he do what he did what give him the right as nothing but a neighbor watchman to walk around with a loaded gun remove himself from his car this trail he me asking a lot about us as ppl what are we willing to accept as nothing but something that happens as a norm. But anyways thanks for sharing
13th Jul 2013 7:42pm
indeed apparently some people who are not officers of the law have visions of grandeur of becoming one..This stuff happens way too frequently to black people/minorities/including poor Caucasians as well.
this is 2013 I often wonder will our humanity ever catch up to this modern age society.
this is 2013 I often wonder will our humanity ever catch up to this modern age society.
13th Jul 2013 8:08pm
The sad truth is in order to catch with something you have to own up to something and ppl are so quick to want to pretend that race is not a factor or that ppl minorities are not still mistreated in this great land and my thing is this I am so sick of hear get over it that was years ago yet you still have places that don't allow black or parts that the saying still goes dont get caught in the dark but anyways I just ranted in your reply box sorry
13th Jul 2013 8:13pm
13th Jul 2013 8:26pm
Anonymous
- Edited 13th Jul 2013 8:58pm
13th Jul 2013 8:57pm
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Anonymous
13th Jul 2013 9:49pm
Every state in the United States has different types of homicide classifications. However, these classifications generally fall into three general categories. Those general categories are:
Murder
Manslaughter
Justifiable Homicide
Regardless of the circumstances or the outcome of the charges, a homicide involves the taking of a human life and a homicide attorney should be contacted to guide you through the legal process.
Murder
Murder is typically broken down further into two categories:
First-Degree Murder
Second Degree Murder
First-Degree Murder: First-degree murder, most serious of all homicide charges, is reserved for situations where the person accused of the homicide planned the killing and intended for the victim to die because of his or her actions. Famous cases involving first-degree murder include the Charles Manson, O.J. Simpson, and Scott Petersen cases out of California. These cases are usually the most heinous crimes and as such, the most severe punishments are usually reserved for these convictions. In many states, those convicted of first-degree murder will face the death penalty or life in prison.
Second-Degree Murder: Second-degree murder is a charge reserved for cases where it cannot be proved that the killer planned the killing but where the killer still intended that the victim die because of her or her actions. A recent famous case involving a second-degree murder charge is the Phil Spector case out of California. Situations where second-degree murder charges arise are sometimes described as "crimes of passion" or instances where the killing occurred in the "heat of passion." In some states, individuals convicted of this crime can face life in prison with or without the possibility of parole, depending on the state’s laws and the situation’s circumstances.
Manslaughter
The charge of manslaughter is reserved for instances where the accused did not plan the crime nor did he or she intend for the victim to die because of his or her actions. Manslaughter charges usually arise out of accidental circumstances where a person died because of the event. A manslaughter case in recent history is that of Michael Jackson’s doctor, Conrad Murray. Sentences for those convicted of manslaughter vary widely depending on state laws and the circumstances of the event in question.
Justifiable Homicide
Justifiable homicide is reserved for situations where an individual killed another in self-defense or similar circumstances. This really is not a legal charge, but rather a classification for which authorities can register an event where an individual died but no crime was committed. The case of Ann and Jim Tatum out of Colorado is an example of a well-known justifiable homicide situation. In these situations, no criminal charges are filed.
Murder
Manslaughter
Justifiable Homicide
Regardless of the circumstances or the outcome of the charges, a homicide involves the taking of a human life and a homicide attorney should be contacted to guide you through the legal process.
Murder
Murder is typically broken down further into two categories:
First-Degree Murder
Second Degree Murder
First-Degree Murder: First-degree murder, most serious of all homicide charges, is reserved for situations where the person accused of the homicide planned the killing and intended for the victim to die because of his or her actions. Famous cases involving first-degree murder include the Charles Manson, O.J. Simpson, and Scott Petersen cases out of California. These cases are usually the most heinous crimes and as such, the most severe punishments are usually reserved for these convictions. In many states, those convicted of first-degree murder will face the death penalty or life in prison.
Second-Degree Murder: Second-degree murder is a charge reserved for cases where it cannot be proved that the killer planned the killing but where the killer still intended that the victim die because of her or her actions. A recent famous case involving a second-degree murder charge is the Phil Spector case out of California. Situations where second-degree murder charges arise are sometimes described as "crimes of passion" or instances where the killing occurred in the "heat of passion." In some states, individuals convicted of this crime can face life in prison with or without the possibility of parole, depending on the state’s laws and the situation’s circumstances.
Manslaughter
The charge of manslaughter is reserved for instances where the accused did not plan the crime nor did he or she intend for the victim to die because of his or her actions. Manslaughter charges usually arise out of accidental circumstances where a person died because of the event. A manslaughter case in recent history is that of Michael Jackson’s doctor, Conrad Murray. Sentences for those convicted of manslaughter vary widely depending on state laws and the circumstances of the event in question.
Justifiable Homicide
Justifiable homicide is reserved for situations where an individual killed another in self-defense or similar circumstances. This really is not a legal charge, but rather a classification for which authorities can register an event where an individual died but no crime was committed. The case of Ann and Jim Tatum out of Colorado is an example of a well-known justifiable homicide situation. In these situations, no criminal charges are filed.
Anonymous
- Edited 14th Jul 2013 3:20pm
14th Jul 2013 3:18pm
Nice tribute poem...it was indeed a tragedy. Not to get long winded...but sadly,the State did not prove its case beyond a responsible doubt. Whether we like it or not, the US Constitution allows those accused of a crime to be tried before a jury of peers. In this case, they found him Not Guilty. My prayers go the victim's family and to the defendant, who will have to live with this the rest of his life.
Peace through poetry.
Strider
Peace through poetry.
Strider
As I watched the verdict be delivered, I have never been more distraught or disappointed. It is shameful that things like this can happen and no justice be served. To all the people who have an ignorant mindset.....DO NOT JUDGE SOMEONE BASED OFF OF EXTERNAL FACTORS. Change your thinking and outlook in this life! Much less stressful than TRYING to be a hero( like Zimmerman). That free man will be imprisoned by his own secrets and thoughts forever. This nonsense has got to stop.
17th Jul 2013 5:44am
pardon me but this is the only earth there is no other so if justice is not served here then justice is not served..as for trying to be a hero I don't understand that statement, are you trying to say that Trayvon Martin was trying to be a hero the night he got shot and killed?
As for Zimmerman being imprisoned by his thoughts I highly doubt that, some people can kill and lose no sleep over it...
thanks for you comment
As for Zimmerman being imprisoned by his thoughts I highly doubt that, some people can kill and lose no sleep over it...
thanks for you comment
First off, if I may, let me clarify something. When I was talking about being a hero, I was talking about ZIMMERMAN feeling as if he was doing his duty and "supposedly" protecting the area. But instead he went too far with it. That is what I meant. I was NOT talking about trayvon who was just minding his own business. I would never have said that,to be honest that doesn't even sound right. If he was walking home what would make me say trayvon was trying to be a hero? He didnt get out and follow anybody, zimmerman did.
Also, for the statement I made about justice not being served on this earth. There is one earth and i was in no way insinuating otherwise. I meant that the people who take part in injustices and wrongdoings will have to face and answer to God NOT fellow citizens. Yes, I believe in God and that is where that statement came from and where it was meant to go. I was only trying to state my view and support for justice to be served for trayvon. I was nearly thrown by your question and general response, so I stepped back and clarified anything in my first post that may have been confusing due to my bad wording. And I agree that some people can do those horrible things and lose no sleep at night. No, i would not at all be surprised if it didnt bother him, i just felt it should. Now you have it and those are my thoughts and my opinions.
Thank you for your responding.
Also, for the statement I made about justice not being served on this earth. There is one earth and i was in no way insinuating otherwise. I meant that the people who take part in injustices and wrongdoings will have to face and answer to God NOT fellow citizens. Yes, I believe in God and that is where that statement came from and where it was meant to go. I was only trying to state my view and support for justice to be served for trayvon. I was nearly thrown by your question and general response, so I stepped back and clarified anything in my first post that may have been confusing due to my bad wording. And I agree that some people can do those horrible things and lose no sleep at night. No, i would not at all be surprised if it didnt bother him, i just felt it should. Now you have it and those are my thoughts and my opinions.
Thank you for your responding.
