Susan Lorincz Sentenced to 25 Years for Manslaughter

Susan Lorincz, a 60-year-old white woman, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the manslaughter of her Black neighbor, Ajike 'AJ' Owens, following a confrontation related to Owens' children playing nearby. The shooting occurred in June 2023 when Lorincz fired a shot through her front door, claiming self-defense against what she perceived as a threat from Owens, who was pounding on her door. The judge noted that the shooting was driven more by anger than fear, despite Lorincz's claims of feeling threatened. Lorincz faced a potential maximum sentence of 30 years, but her defense cited her mental health issues as mitigating factors. Owens' family expressed deep grief over the loss, emphasizing the impact on her four children, ages 4 to 13. The incident has sparked discussions about accountability in cases involving racial dynamics and neighborhood disputes.