On March 9, 2019, Shareif Simpson, a 25-year-old man from Bensalem, PA, was tragically killed in his apartment. The incident occurred during an argument with his roommate, Gregory Hylton, 41, over a messy apartment. The argument escalated, and Hylton, who had a 9-mm handgun, struck Simpson multiple times with the weapon before firing a shot that struck Simpson in the chest at extremely close range.
Hylton initially claimed on a 911 call that the shooting was accidental, but evidence of a
struggle and bruises on Simpson's chest suggested otherwise. Hylton later pleaded guilty to third-degree murder, possession of an instrument of crime, and possession of marijuana. He was sentenced to 15-30 years in prison and ordered to pay restitution to the Bucks County Victims Fund.
The case highlighted the tragic consequences of domestic disputes and the importance of conflict resolution. Simpson was remembered by his family as a loving family man, and his death left a significant impact on those who knew him.
