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Lauren Kanarek Claims Netflix Documentary Misrepresents Shooting Incident

4/16/2026

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In August 2019, Lauren Kanarek was shot twice at a New Jersey farm associated with Michael Barisone.
Kanarek called 911 after the shooting.
In April 2022, Michael Barisone was found not guilty by reason of insanity after being charged with attempted murder.
Kanarek says a Netflix documentary misrepresents her as the instigator.
Barisone has been banned from dressage and Kanarek continues her riding career.

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Story summary

In August 2019, Lauren Kanarek was shot twice at a New Jersey farm associated with Michael Barisone.
Kanarek called 911 after the shooting.
In April 2022, Michael Barisone was found not guilty by reason of insanity after being charged with attempted murder.
Kanarek says a Netflix documentary misrepresents her as the instigator.
Barisone has been banned from dressage and Kanarek continues her riding career.