Release updated on 11-22-24 at 10:30 PM
Detectives took Anthony Wright into custody this evening.
Anthony Wright
Release updated on 11-22-24 at 5:07 PM
An arrest warrant has been issued for Anthony Jamal Wright, age 28, (DOB 04/11/1996) for second degree murder in the the fatal shooting of a 34-year-old man Thursday night.
At about 7:10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, officers responded to the Three Brothers Market, 1040 16th St. S., where they found the victim suffering from a gunshot would. He died at the scene.
An investigation was launched, and detectives were able to identify Wright as the shooter.
Anyone with information about Wright's whereabouts should contact the St. Petersburg Police Department at (727) 893-7780 or text SPPD + your tip to TIP411.
Release updated on 11-22-24 at 11:28 AM
The victim has been identified as Marlan Smith (05/01/1990). The next of kin has been notified.
Release posted on 11-21-24 at 8:05 PM
At about 7:10 p.m., officers responded to the Three Brothers Market, 1040 16th Ave. S., where they found a 34 -year -old man suffering from a gunshot wound. He died at the scene.
No suspects are in custody.
There are no other details available at this time. Any additional updates will be sent via Media Alert.
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YOLANDA FERNANDEZ - Public Information Officer