Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! - Neighbor's Fear Leads to Fatal Shooting

Episode Date: March 14, 2026

In Ocala, Florida, Ajike Owens, a devoted mother of four, was fatally shot by her neighbor, Susan Lorincz, through a closed front door in June 2023. The shooting occurred amidst a history of tension between the neighbors, with Lorincz previously calling police over complaints about Owens children. Lorincz, who claimed self-defense under Floridas stand your ground law, was convicted of manslaughter in August 2024 and sentenced to 25 years in prison. The case gained attention through Netflixs documentary, nominated for best documentary at the Oscars. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d539c313aabe3b0d

On March 14th, here's the latest in entertainment and celebrity news. On June 2nd, 2023, in Ocala, Florida, 35-year-old mother, Ajika Owens, was shot and killed by her neighbor, Susan Lawrence, through a closed front door. The single gunshot hit Owens in the chest, and she died at a hospital. Lawrence, then 59, claimed she acted out of fear during a confrontation. The women had a history of tension. Lawrence called police six to eight times before the shooting, complaining, about Owens' young children playing outside, yelling, and trespassing. Neighbors told deputies Laurentia often harassed the kids and recorded them. Owens was a devoted McDonald's manager,

raising her four boys, ages two to 12, supporting their sports and activities. Her mother called her joyful and hardworking. Lawrence, who lived alone and worked from home, had a family background of mental health struggles, but friends saw her as peaceful and giving. Larency faced charges of manslaughter with a firearm, assault, and battery. She argued self-defense under Florida Stand Your Ground Law, saying she panicked after Owens banged on the door. In August 2024, a jury convicted her of manslaughter. The judge sentenced her to 25 years in November, calling the shooting unnecessary since she was safely behind a locked door. Today, Lawrence serves time at a Florida prison with a release date in April 2048. She has apologized, but insists she felt

terrified. Owens' mother now raises the grandchildren, praising their resilience. The case is captured in Netflix's The Perfect Neighbor documentary, told through body cams and 911 calls, nominated for Best Documentary at the Oscars on March 15th. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcasts and music. S-O-L-I-SoulyPillow.com.