A college athlete in New Jersey was shot and killed by police after attempting to enter a home that was not his own. According to family members, the individual mistakenly approached the residence while under the influence of alcohol, believing it to be his friend's house. The incident occurred during the night, and the athlete reportedly knocked on the door asking to be let in.
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New Jersey College Athlete Shot by Police After Entering Wrong Home
A New Jersey college athlete was fatally shot by police after mistakenly trying to enter a stranger's home while intoxicated. Family members stated that he believed he was at a friend's house when he knocked on the door.
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NJ college athlete shot dead by cops after mistakenly trying to enter stranger’s home during night of drinking: family
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