[kabar]

And from what I've read, the "kid" had done nothing to warrant being followed, first in an SUV and then on foot, by Zimmerman, who ignored police dispatcher instructions that he should not pursue Martin.

That is not what the police said.

If Zimmerman was told not to continue to follow Trayvon, can that be considered in this investigation?

Yes it will; however, the telecommunications call taker asked Zimmerman, “Are you following him?” Zimmerman replied, “Yes.” The call taker stated, “You don’t need to do that.”

The call taker’s suggestion is not a lawful order that Mr. Zimmerman would be required to follow. Zimmerman’s statement was that he had lost sight of Trayvon and was returning to his truck to meet the police officer, when he says he was attacked by Trayvon.

[AnotherUnixGeek]

The call taker’s suggestion is not a lawful order that Mr. Zimmerman would be required to follow. Zimmerman’s statement was that he had lost sight of Trayvon and was returning to his truck to meet the police officer, when he says he was attacked by Trayvon.

Yes, we know that this wasn't an order, but it indicates that Zimmerman was determined to confront Martin personally. He did not believe himself to be in danger. Meanwhile, we know that Martin had not committed any crime in the area at the time, since none has been reported - he had no reason to run except for fear.

Before the shooting, Zimmerman clearly states to the dispatcher that he's running after a frightened Martin on foot, after Martin had noticed Zimmerman trailing him in his SUV for some time. After the shooting, Zimmerman claims that Martin had turned around and pursued him as he went back to his SUV. It doesn't add up. This case certainly deserves more looking into.

[Alice in Wonderland]

Zimmerman’s statement was that he had lost sight of Trayvon and was returning to his truck to meet the police officer, when he says he was attacked by Trayvon.

I don't think he returned to his vehicle but rather he continued to follow the kid. The incident happened in the back yard of a townhouse, didn't it?