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William Wright

Case from Fresno, CA dated Jun 15, 2022

Victim Details

William “Billy” Wright

Male

Black / African American

Fresno

CA

2022-06-15

31

William

Wright

07/08/2026

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William "Billy" Wright, a 31-year-old football coach from Fresno, California, tragically lost his life on June 15, 2022. Billy was visiting his family in Fresno when an argument erupted between him and his father, William Wright III. The altercation escalated, leading Wright III to retrieve a handgun and fatally shoot his son. The incident occurred at a family home on North Tamera Avenue, and Billy was struck by a single gunshot to the upper body. Despite being rushed to Community Regional Medic ...
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  • https://www.fresnobee.com/news/local/crime/article262577767.html
  • Fresno father partially cleared of son's death, bonded out of jail
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