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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

Broward Sheriff's Office investigates fatal shooting in Deerfield Beach

A woman shot and killed a man in a Deerfield Beach apartment complex on Wednesday night, claiming self-defense during a physical altercation. The Broward Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident, and the case will be referred to the State Attorney's Office for review.

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Why It Matters

The incident involves a fatal shooting and an ongoing criminal investigation to determine if the use of lethal force meets the legal criteria for .

Key Facts

  • The shooting occurred around 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday at an apartment building in the 200 block of SW 1st Terrace.
  • Maurice Wright Jr., 31, was identified as the deceased individual.
  • The shooter, an adult woman, remained at the scene and was questioned by authorities.
  • The woman was released following initial questioning.
  • The shooter claimed she fired in self-defense while being physically assaulted.
  • A neighbor reported hearing that the man had allegedly attacked the woman and her children prior to the shooting.
  • The Broward Sheriff's Office is currently conducting an active investigation.
  • The case will be submitted to the Broward County State Attorney's Office for final review.

Who's Mentioned

personMaurice Wright Jr.“The deceased individual, age 31.”organizationBroward County State Attorney's Office“Will review the case upon completion of the investigation.”organizationTelemundo 51“News outlet reporting the story.”locationDeerfield Beach“Location of the shooting.”organizationBroward Sheriff's Office“Investigating the shooting incident.”