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MIAMI, FL – Last night, a Florida jury reached its decision and found George Zimmerman not guilty in the shooting death of teenager Trayvon Martin.

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement in response to the verdict:

“My heart and prayers are with the Martin family.

“A simple fact remains: an innocent young boy is dead.

“After Trayvon was shot and killed, I was one of the loudest voices demanding a trial and I am disappointed with the verdict.

“My role in this case has been to help ensure that Mr. Zimmerman faces a court of law. While I am profoundly disappointed with the ruling in this case, the criminal portion of the process has run its course. I encourage Trayvon’s parents to pursue vindication of their rights under civil law. I will support the family in any way possible.

“I extend my deepest sympathies to Trayvon’s family. I will continue to fight for justice for Trayvon.”

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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson is a second-term Congresswoman from Florida representing parts of Northern Miami-Dade and Southeast Broward counties. A former state legislator and school principal, she is the founder of the 5000 Role Models for Excellence Project, a mentoring program for young males at risk of dropping out of school. Along with Congressman Bill Posey, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, and Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, Congresswoman Wilson serves as founding Co-Chair of the Florida Ports Caucus, a bipartisan taskforce that coordinates federal action in support of Florida’s harbors and waterways.