White Florida Woman Claims Self-Defense After Fatally Shooting Black Neighbor, Prompting Outrage and Calls for Justice
- Ajike Owens, a 35-year-old Black mother of four, was fatally shot through her neighbor's front door in Ocala, Florida.
- Susan Louise Lorincz, Owens' 58-year-old white neighbor, claimed she acted in self-defense but was arrested on June 7 after authorities found her actions unjustified.
- The shooting followed a years-long feud between Lorincz and Owens, with Lorincz allegedly directing racial slurs and threats at Owens' children.
- Owens' family and community leaders are demanding justice and for Lorincz to face the maximum charges, while debates around Florida's controversial "stand your ground" law have reignited.
- Lorincz is charged with manslaughter with a firearm, culpable negligence, battery, and two counts of assault, with her first court appearance scheduled for June 8.
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