On September 22, 2023, 38-year-old Morrice Lawrence Harper was found deceased at his residence on Shanaclear Avenue in Concord, North Carolina. Born on November 12, 1984, in Syracuse, New York, Morrice had relocated to North Carolina seeking a fresh start after spending nine years incarcerated. He aimed to rebuild his life and reconnect with his family, including his sister, Walika, in Kannapolis.
The circumstances surrounding Morrice's death involved a fatal shooting.
Upon responding to the incident, officers discovered Morrice suffering from gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The initial investigation revealed that Morrice had been shot by a resident of the home, 19-year-old Brandon Wilson, who remained at the scene and was subsequently arrested and charged with first-degree murder. Authorities indicated that Morrice and Wilson were acquaintances.
Morrice's passing was a significant loss to his family and friends. He is survived by his son, Morrice Christian Harper Jr., his sister, nieces, nephew, girlfriend, and brothers. A memorial service was held on September 30, 2023, at Clark Funeral Home Chapel in Kannapolis, where loved ones gathered to pay their respects and honor his memory.
