Florida Woman Sentenced to 25 Years for Fatal Doorstep Shooting

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Source: Central Florida Public Media (previously WMFE)
Florida Woman Sentenced to 25 Years for Fatal Doorstep Shooting
Photo: Central Florida Public Media (previously WMFE)
TL;DR

Susan Lorincz, a 60-year-old woman from Marion County, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the manslaughter of her neighbor, Ajike "A.J." Owens, whom she shot through a locked door following a neighborhood dispute. The incident, which occurred in June of the previous year, was part of a long-standing feud. During the trial, Lorincz cited her medical issues and past trauma, while denying racial motivations. The judge ruled her actions were driven by anger, not fear. Owens' family expressed their ongoing pain and questioned the sincerity of Lorincz's apology.

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