George Zimmerman shooter had fixation, says report

A Florida man charged with shooting at George Zimmerman last week had “a fixation” on the former neighbourhood watch leader and had recently been admitted to a mental institution, according to a police report made public last night.

Zimmerman was acquitted of any crime two years ago for fatality shooting unarmed teen Trayvon Martin. The case sparked protests and a national debate about race relations.

The Lake Mary Police Department report said that 36-year-old Matthew Apperson had shown signs of paranoia, anxiety and bipolar disorder. Apperson’s attorney, Mark NeJame, didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment.