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Adrein Green

Case from Sanford, FL dated May 05, 2020

Victim Details

Adrein Green

Male

Black / African American

Sanford

FL

2020-05-05

17

Adrein

Green

07/04/2026

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Adrein Green, a 17-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 5, 2020, in Sanford, Florida. The incident occurred in the early morning hours when Adrein was allegedly attempting to burglarize a vehicle inside a gated property. According to reports, the homeowners were awakened by noises coming from their front yard. The male resident, armed with a pistol, confronted Adrein and, feeling threatened, fired two shots, resulting in Adrein's death.

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  • orlandosentinel.com: Sanford man not facing charges after shooting 17-year-old during burglary, officials say
  • WKMG: Sanford man fatally shoots 17-year-old during burglary attempt in possible stand your ground case, officials say
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