Tragedy in Ocala, Florida as Mother of Four is Shot and Killed by Neighbor: Family Demands Justice

A tragedy occurred in Ocala, Florida on Friday when Ajike “AJ” Owens, a mother of four, was shot and killed by her neighbor. According to nationally renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump, the incident began when Owens’ children were playing in a field near an apartment complex and were yelled at by the neighbor, a 58-year-old white woman, to get off her land and were called racial slurs. The children accidentally left an iPad behind, which the woman took.

At a press conference on Monday, family members of Owens demanded justice for her death. Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods said that police know the identity of the shooter, though no arrest has been made yet. Woods also said that his office is investigating the role of Florida’s “stand your ground” law in the shooting.

The “stand your ground” law, enacted in 2005, allows people to use deadly force if they feel their lives are in danger. The law has been a controversial topic in the state, with some arguing that it allows people to use excessive force in self-defense.

The shooting of Ajike “AJ” Owens has sparked outrage in the community, with many calling for the shooter to be arrested. The investigation is ongoing and it remains to be seen if the shooter will be held accountable for the death of Owens.