” Why did Zimmerman leave his truck to follow or otherwise confront Martin? “
Because he didnt recognize him in his neighborhood and was acting suspicious. There have been break ins. What’s wrong with being concerned and observant.
“Wasn’t Zimmerman WARNED not to follow Martin by the police dispatcher? Why did Zimmerman choose not to take that advice? “
He was asked to stop, he lost track, went back his vehicle when he was approached from behind.
So, he did stop. Personally, I would hope more people took notice of what looks out of place in their communities. I don’t think he did anything wrong whatsoever.
Additionally, Zimmerman was a Neighborhood Watch trained Officer, with drug interdiction training.
His job was to follow, observe and report on suspicious persons in his neighborhood, where he was, and he did all three.