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85-Year-Old Idaho Woman Justifiably Kills Home Intruder in Self-Defense

Christine Jenneiahn, 85, acted in self-defense during a home invasion, resulting in the justifiable homicide of the intruder, Derek Condon.

  • Christine Jenneiahn, an 85-year-old woman from Idaho, shot and killed Derek Condon, who broke into her home and threatened her life.
  • The incident occurred on March 13 when Condon, armed and masked, entered Jenneiahn's home, handcuffed her, and demanded valuables.
  • Prosecutor Ryan Jolley ruled the killing as justifiable homicide, citing self-defense laws that allow residents to protect themselves.
  • Jenneiahn was seriously injured during the altercation, suffering multiple gunshot wounds, but survived the ordeal.
  • The case has been highlighted as a significant act of self-preservation and bravery by local authorities.
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