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Michael Wright

Case from Memphis, TN dated Feb 22, 2008

Victim Details

Michael Wright

March 28, 2022

Male

Memphis

TN

2008-02-22

2008-02-22

47

Michael

Wright

No

06/30/2026

1


Area Body Found:

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On a cold February day in Memphis, Tennessee, the life of 47-year-old Michael Wright was tragically cut short. The African American male was found deceased on February 22, 2008, in the vicinity of 351 Hernando Street. The circumstances surrounding his death were immediately deemed a homicide by the Memphis Police Department, sparking an investigation into the untimely and violent end to Mr. Wright's life.

In the days and weeks that followed, detectives worked to piece together the events ...
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  • State of Tennessee v. Michael Wright - Justia Law
  • Manhunt continues for suspected murderer - Action News 5
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