Susan Lorincz was found guilty of manslaughter for shooting Ajike (A.J.) Owens, reflecting national debates on self-defense laws and racial disparities in the justice system.
The jury, composed entirely of white members, concluded after about two hours that Ms. Lorincz's actions were unjustified, given that Ms. Owens was unarmed.
The case drew attention because of Florida's stand your ground law, which contributed to the initial delay in Ms. Lorincz's arrest and led to manslaughter charges instead of murder.
Lorincz's defense claimed self-defense, but the community's reaction underscores deeper issues of race and justice in America, especially concerning how these laws are applied.
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