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Trial continues Wednesday for Ocala woman accused of shooting, killing mother of 4

OCALA, Fla. — Jurors in Marion County will hear witnesses for a second day on Wednesday in the trial of Susan Lorincz.

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She is accused of killing Ajike Owens by shooting her through a locked door in June of last year.

Neighbors who witnessed the shooting testified in court Tuesday.

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Neighbors described a heated argument between the two women but denied hearing any threats.

A total of 12 people shared their testimony Tuesday in what was a busy day in court.

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Prosecutors say Lorincz hid the gun that shot Owens in a trash can.

A forensics expert testified the door showed no signs of forced entry, contradicting the defense’s claim that Lorincz feared for her life.

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The prosecution is building a case that Lorincz acted deliberately, not out of fear.

Channel 9 will have a crew inside of the courtroom on Wednesday and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

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