Zimmerman Arrested In Trayvon Martin Shooting Death

George Zimmerman, the man accused of killing in Florida on Feb. 26, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder for his role in the death of the 17-year-old, according to the special prosecutor in the case.

More than a month has passed since the Florida teen's death. Zimmerman has claimed he acted in self-defense, acting in accordance with Florida's Stand Your Ground Law.

The fact he had remained a free man resulted in , including here in Westchester County.

Yesterday, Zimmerman's lawyers dropped their client, citing their inability to contact him.