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Ziyir K. Wright

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Aug 21, 2023

Victim Details

Ziyir K. Wright

Male

Black / African American

Philadelphia

PA

2023-08-21

20

Ziyir

K. Wright

07/08/2026

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In the late hours of a summer evening in Philadelphia, tragedy befell 20-year-old Ziyir K. Wright. On August 21, 2023, at approximately 10:40 p.m., the sound of gunfire echoed through the 1500 block of North 61st Street. When police arrived at the scene, they found the young man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Emergency responders acted quickly, transporting Wright to Lankenau Hospital. He was listed in critical condition as medical staff fought to save his life. Despite their eff ...
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  • Ziyir K. Wright, age 20 - National Gun Violence Memorial
  • Obituary for Ziyir K. Wright | Francis Funeral Home

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    It's so tragic to hear about the loss of such a young life. I can't stop thinking about the 19-year-... ...Read More
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