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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

Broward Sheriff's Office investigates fatal shooting in Deerfield Beach

A Deerfield Beach woman shot and killed a man 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 that will determine whether legal charges are filed against the individual involved.

Key Facts

  • The shooting occurred at an apartment building in the 200 block of SW 1st Terrace in Deerfield Beach.
  • The incident was reported to authorities at approximately 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
  • Maurice Wright Jr., 31, was identified as the deceased individual.
  • The woman involved in the shooting claimed she acted in self-defense while being physically assaulted.
  • The woman and the deceased were known to each other.
  • The woman remained at the scene and was questioned by authorities before being released.
  • A neighbor reported hearing that an assault against a woman and her children occurred prior to the shooting.
  • The Broward Sheriff's Office is currently conducting an investigation.
  • The case will be submitted to the Broward County State Attorney's Office for review upon completion of the investigation.

Who's Mentioned

personMaurice Wright Jr.“The 31-year-old man who died at the scene.”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 incident.”organizationBroward Sheriff's Office“Investigating the shooting incident.”