Maurice Wright Sr., aged 50, tragically lost his life on May 30, 2022, in Miami, FL. The circumstances surrounding his death were deeply distressing, as it was reported that he was allegedly murdered by his own son, Maurice Wright Jr. According to investigators, Maurice Wright Jr., aged 27, shot his father with an assault rifle while he was sleeping in his bed. The incident occurred at their home in the area of 30th Avenue and Northwest 64th Street. Maurice Wright Sr.
was found unresponsive by officers, lying in a pool of blood, and was pronounced dead at the scene by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
The relationship between Maurice Wright Sr. and his son had been strained for several months leading up to the incident. Family members recounted that the tension began after a physical altercation in February, during which Maurice Wright Jr. allegedly pistol-whipped his father. This altercation marked the beginning of a turbulent period, with Maurice Wright Jr. reportedly making threats to kill the family. The situation escalated to the tragic event in late May, where Maurice Wright Jr. carried out the fatal shooting.
Following the incident, Maurice Wright Jr. was arrested by Miami-Dade Police's Special Response Team at a motel on Biscayne Boulevard. He was taken into custody without incident and is currently facing second-degree murder charges. The arrest warrant detailed that Maurice Wright Jr. had a history of carrying firearms and had previously been involved in a physical altercation with his girlfriend, during which he threatened to kill her while in possession of a rifle.
The case has garnered significant attention, with family members and loved ones holding a vigil to honor Maurice Wright Sr. They expressed their grief and anger, particularly towards Maurice Wright Jr., who is now in custody at the Miami-Dade County jail without bond. The legal proceedings are ongoing, and Maurice Wright Jr. is expected to face trial for the murder of his father. The family continues to mourn the loss of Maurice Wright Sr., remembering him as a loving father and a cherished member of their community.
