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Indiana Homeowner Charged with Reckless Homicide After Shooting Unarmed Man

Martell Pickens, a 30-year-old Indiana homeowner, has been charged with reckless homicide after fatally shooting 25-year-old Khadolphee Taylor, who was unarmed. The incident occurred on May 7 when Taylor was allegedly attempting to break into cars in the neighborhood. Pickens is currently held without bond and faces a potential prison sentence of one to six years if convicted.

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Martell Pickens, a 30-year-old Indiana homeowner, has been charged with reckless homicide after fatally shooting 25-year-old Khadolphee Taylor, who was unarmed. The incident occurred on May 7 when Taylor was allegedly attempting to break into cars in the neighborhood. Pickens is currently held without bond and faces a potential prison sentence of one to six years if convicted.

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Indiana homeowner charged after shooting ‘suspicious’ man trying to break into his home, various cars

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Indiana Homeowner Charged with Reckless Homicide After Shooting Unarmed Man