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Officer Not Charged in Elderly Woman’s Death | Jersey News
A New Brunswick police officer won’t face charges after fatally shooting an elderly woman during a tense standoff, sparking outrage and calls for systemic reform in how mental health crises are handled by law enforcement. The officer, Josue Plaza, was part of a team that used pepper spray and a stun gun before firing — despite the victim’s known schizophrenia and need for care, not confrontation. A grand jury declined to indict, but Terrell’s family plans a rally on the anniversary of her death, demanding accountability and better training. Activists and officials alike acknowledge the urgent…
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