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Netflix Documentary Exposes Racial Tensions in Fatal Shooting

10/13/2025

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The documentary "The Perfect Neighbor" will premiere on Netflix on October 17, 2025, focusing on the fatal shooting of Ajike "A.J." Owens by her neighbor, Susan Lorincz, in Ocala, Florida, on June 2, 2023.
Susan Lorincz received a 25-year manslaughter sentence, claiming self-defense during a dispute over Owens' children.
Directed by Geeta Gandbhir, the film includes police bodycam footage and aims to highlight racial tensions and self-defense laws.
The estate of Ajike Owens is suing Susan Lorincz for wrongful death.

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The documentary "The Perfect Neighbor" will premiere on Netflix on October 17, 2025, focusing on the fatal shooting of Ajike "A.J." Owens by her neighbor, Susan Lorincz, in Ocala, Florida, on June 2, 2023.
Susan Lorincz received a 25-year manslaughter sentence, claiming self-defense during a dispute over Owens' children.
Directed by Geeta Gandbhir, the film includes police bodycam footage and aims to highlight racial tensions and self-defense laws.
The estate of Ajike Owens is suing Susan Lorincz for wrongful death.