It was later found by FBI divers. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan, File) The Associated Press. Perry said Martin -- not Turner -- was in Memphis the night Lorenzen Wright was shot. Crittenton was drafted 19th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2007. Crittenton pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor gun charge on Jan. 25, 2010, and received probation. Shelby County Criminal Court Judge Lee Coffee told Billy Ray Turner that his trial in Wright's slaying is scheduled to begin Jan. 31. Williams was selected by the Phoenix Suns in the first round with the 21st pick of the 1990 NBA draft. April 14, 1930 (sentenced) Two counts of second-degree murder. At least five suspects have been captured by authorities in connection with the homicide. Two years later, he was accused of firing a semiautomatic weapon into the parking lot at the Meadowlands Sports Complex. A law enforcement officer testified that Miles texted University of Alabama star freshman forward Brandon Miller to bring Miles gun to the scene where the shooting happened, according to CNN affiliate WBMA. I've never seen a newbie go to jail and not cry the first two months every night, scream and have to get suicide prevention in front of his cell." He will be sentenced for the other charges at a later date. In 1992, Williams was accused of breaking a beer mug over a patron's head at a saloon in Chicago. In no way did I intend to downplay the seriousness of this situation or the tragedy of that night, said the coach. A Warner Bros. hide caption. Upon entering the Manhattan hotel room police said that Williams was visibly intoxicated, and that empty bottles of prescription medications were found around the room. Turner's trial had been set for October 2020, but it was postponed after the Tennessee Supreme Court suspended trials last year because of the coronavirus pandemic. We were informed by law enforcement of other student-athletes being in the vicinity, and law enforcement has repeatedly told us that no other student-athletes were suspects they were witnesses only, he said. Officers stunned him with the taser and took him to a hospital. John Barr is a reporter for ESPN's enterprise unit. Hightower played at Collins High School in Suwanee, Georgia, and began his college career playing for the University of Georgia. A jury has been seated in the trial of a man charged with killing former NBA player Lorenzen Wright, whose body was found in a swampy field nearly 12 years ago in Memphis, Tennessee. Michael Wright was allegedly drugged and murdered by his roommate. "Upon learning of Teshaun's arrest this afternoon, he was immediately dismissed from the Tulane basketball program," a statement from Tulane said. For the basketball player born in 1975, see, "Former NBA star Jayson Williams gets five-year sentence in shooting - CNN.com", "Retired NBA player Jayson Williams leaves jail", "E.J. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much at ", "While Darius has been accused of being involved with this tragedy, he maintains his innocence and looks forward to his day in court. 2:20 pm ET. [28], A third book, Crashing: A Memoir, was published in December 2018. [20][21] On the entire experience, Williams said in a 2012 interview with ESPN: "I truly don't want to see anybody cause any more pain to anybody. Turner, 51, and Wrights ex-wife, Sherra Wright, were charged in December 2017 in the killing. However, no further encounters took place, and no arrests were made. DALLAS - The murder trial of a man accused in the death of former NBA player and Dallas Carter High superstar Andre Emmett, who was killed in September 2019 near his Dallas home is now. We're keeping [Harris' family and friends] in our thoughts and prayers as they continue to grieve. [25] On August 20, 2010, he was sentenced to an additional year in prison, to be added on to the five-year prison sentence for the shooting death of a limousine driver. Ja Morant, one of basketballs brightest young stars and a starting guard in the recent NBA All-Star Game, has been accused of both beating up a 17-year-old boy and threatening a mall security guard during separate incidents that occurred in July 2022. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) Alabama basketball player Darius Miles and another man have been charged with capital murder after a fatal shooting near campus. MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A jury on Monday convicted a Tennessee man in the slaying of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright, whose bullet-riddled body was found in a field nearly 12 years ago in his hometown of Memphis. DETROIT -- A former captain of the Michigan State University basketball team was charged with murder Monday in the fatal shooting of a man here, authorities said. Teshaun Hightower, the Green Wave's leading scorer in 2019-20 after transferring from Georgia, was arrested Saturday and charged with murder in connection with a homicide in Stockbridge, Georgia . Ex-wife of NBA player charged in his murder. Another gun police said was the murder weapon in Wright's killing was found in a north Mississippi lake about two months before Turner and Sherra Wright were charged and arrested. Turner, 50, has already pleaded guilty to possessing a weapon as a convicted felon. Witnesses said Sherra Wright masterminded a plan to have two men kill her ex-husband at his home in Atlanta, but that attempt failed, according to an affidavit. He also played 20 games for the NBDL's Dakota Wizards, averaging 14.3 points. Former University of Alabama basketball player Darius Miles, 21, who was arrested for his alleged involvement in a shooting that killed a 23-year-old woman last month, will be held without bond and his case will go before a grand jury, according to Tuscaloosa County court records. Police spokesman Carlos Campos said Friday night that police have secured a murder warrant for the arrest of Crittenton in connection with the shooting death of 22-year-old Jullian Jones on Aug. 19. Due to consistently poor results, as well as its presence in tough markets, the Storm failed to make much of an impression and it became defunct before the start of the 2006 season. When interviewed by police after the incident, Morant admitted, I swung first.. Turner has pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy issued in a December 2017 indictment. Our understanding is that they have all been fully truthful and cooperative, according to Oats. "It appears at this time that the shooting was the result of a minor argument that occurred between the victims and suspects after they encountered each other along the strip," Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Capt. ", On Saturday, Alabama had announced before its game against LSU that Miles would miss the rest of the season with an ankle injury. University of Alabama basketball player provided gun for shooting, court document says. Prosecutor Paul Hagerman defended Martin's testimony, saying Martin's immunity agreement required him to tell the truth and statements given to investigators and prosecutors have been consistent. In 2001, Williams authored a book about basketball entitled Loose Balls. Alabama forward Darius Miles looks to pass March 5 in the second half an NCAA college basketball game against LSU in Baton Rouge, La. 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In closing arguments, Perry said Martin's "crazy, contrived'' story was not believable. Outside the courtroom, Marion told reporters she was elated with the verdict. The two later parted. Alabama men's basketball player Darius Miles and another man have been charged with capital murder in connection with a Sunday morning shooting near campus that killed a 23-year-old woman. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Miles had participated in six games this season. Coffee sentenced her to 30 years in prison. After two seasons as a bench player with the 76ers, Williams was traded to the New Jersey Nets for conditional draft choices on October 8, 1992. [8] The following day, Williams underwent career-ending surgery in which a plate and five screws were inserted into his leg. I imagine it will be a long, hard trial, he said. Twelve of the 15 jurors will end up deciding whether to find Turner guilty or acquit him. However, the ball slipped through Morants hands and hit the Memphis Grizzlies star in the chin. [18] Williams was subsequently moved on April 19, 2011,[19] to Rikers Island to serve an additional 1-year sentence for a DWI,[20] of which he served 8 months and was released from custody on April 13, 2012. [29] The couple divorced in 2011. All rights reserved. Miles, 21, is one of two . Both suspects appeared in a Tuscaloosa court Tuesday for a bond hearing, court records show. Campos said Crittenton, a former Georgia Tech player, isn't in custody and is wanted. Alabama junior forward Darius Miles was arrested on Sunday and charged with capital murder following a shooting in the early morning hours on Sunday in Tuscaloosa. Former University of Alabama basketball player Darius Miles, 21, who was arrested for his alleged involvement in a shooting that killed a 23-year-old woman last month, will be held without bond . He could face life in prison if convicted. Jack Kennedy said that the shooting occurred early Sunday morning in the Strip off University . Turner had already pleaded guilty to possessing a weapon as a convicted felon after he was found with two guns when he was arrested in Wright's killing in 2017. That's the ripple effect. Nearly 12 years after his death rocked the basketball world, former NBA player Lorenzen Wright's murder case came to a close Monday when a Memphis jury found a man guilty of first-degree murder . A week prior to that incident, however, Memphis Police were called to a nearby mall in July 2022 after Morant and a group of nine people attempted to confront an employee at a Finish Line sporting goods store who had some sort of dispute with Morants mother. Armed with handguns, Turner and Martin went to Wright's condo in Atlanta, entered through a window and found someone sleeping on the couch in the living room -- but it was not Lorenzen Wright, Martin testified. Jack Kennedy said that the shooting occurred early Sunday morning in the Strip off University Blvd. The victim in the shooting on Sunday was 23-year-old Jamea Jonae Harris, who was pronounced dead at the scene early Sunday, according to AL.com. Miles attorney told CNN affiliated WBRC last month that he maintains his innocence and looks forward to his day in court.. He could face life in prison if convicted of first-degree murder. Morant then put his chin into the boys shoulder, asked a friend Do I do it to him? and then allegedly punched the boy in the face, forcing him to the ground. [16], On January 11, 2010, Williams pleaded guilty to aggravated assault. Miles was booked into the Tuscaloosa County Jail around 6:45 p.m. Alabama had announced before Saturday's game against LSU that he was out for the season with an ankle injury. Like. 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. Tulane junior guard Teshaun Hightower was arrested and charged with murder Saturday in connection with a homicide in Stockbridge, Georgia, that took place earlier in April. Police: Stabbing victims included 3-day-old baby . "It is an incredibly sad situation. The jury will be sequestered. The estranged husband of a Jersey City kindergarten teacher who was beaten, strangled and buried in a shallow grave has been charged with her murder, authorities said Wednesday.. The former vice president has become the Democratic front-runner with primary victories across the country. Murdaugh has been charged with murdering his wife, Margaret, and his son . Published He has received immunity from prosecution in the Wright case. ATLANTA -- Javaris Crittenton, the former NBA player once suspended by the league for bringing a gun into the Washington Wizards' locker room, has been charged with murder in the shooting of a woman on an Atlanta street. Memphis Police Director . I love you more than you imagine" to someone as he is escorted into a law enforcement vehicle. Two from AIDS (one after a blood transfusion following a mugging), and another was killed by her husband in a murder-suicide. Turner and Martin returned home without killing anyone. He played little with Los Angeles and was traded to Memphis in his rookie year, then to Washington in December 2008. 2021 NBA draft in a . The 12-person jury deliberated for about two hours before it found Billy Ray Turner guilty of first-degree murder, attempted murder and conspiracy in the death of Wright, a 6-foot, 11-inch center who played 13 seasons in the NBA before he retired after the 2008-09 campaign. Four of the former players were each paid more than $200,000 after claiming to have visited the same chiropractor Mr. Williams had, according to the indictment. A murder trial in Wright's slaying in Memphis would involve one of the most highly publicized homicide cases in the city's history. We're continuing to support each other as we process this. He said his team met Sunday night and there were "a lot of hugs.". I thought it was important for me to clarify the unfortunate remarks I made earlier, he said. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Iowa St. dismisses G Grill, adding to late-season woes, Illinois' Mayer says he got sick from too many Monsters, Alabama vs. Auburn odds, picks, prediction, bets, Xavier vs. Providence odds, picks, prediction, bets, Charleston Southern vs. High Point odds, picks, bets, Tennessee's Zakai Ziegler to miss season with ACL tear. His decomposing body was found riddled with bullet wounds in east Memphis on July 28, 2010. Oats then told reporters Miller isnt in trouble over the incident. "While Darius has been accused of being involved with this tragedy, he maintains his innocence and looks forward to his day in court.". Jack Kennedy said that . MEMPHIS, Tenn. Authorities say the ex-wife of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright has been charged with first-degree murder in his death more than seven years ago. For 3 big Alabama newspapers, the presses are grinding to a halt. Brandon hasnt been in any type of trouble, nor is he in any type of trouble on this case, Oats said Tuesday. Battling an ankle injury suffered in the preseason, he appeared in only six games this season and averaged 1.5 points, 1.5 rebounds and 6.5 minutes. In addition to Hightower, Jeffrey Hightower, Kelvonie Burney, Tyreek Farmer, Tobias Gresham and Antonie Gresham are all believed to have been involved in the homicide, according to Georgia's Henry County Police Department. She could be a witness in Turner's trial. "At this time, it appears that the only motive was a minor altercation that these individuals had with the victim as they were out on The Strip," Kennedy said in a news conference Sunday evening. Mar. 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Martin told prosecutor Paul Hagerman that he was in Batesville, Mississippi, at the time of the shooting just after midnight on July 19, 2010. Jack Kennedy said Sunday in a news conference via AL.com. Williams was the principal owner of the New Jersey Storm of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Prosecutor Paul Hagerman said the trial was expected to take a week to 10 days. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Williams also received an All-Star game selection, playing in the 1998 NBA All-Star Game. She entered a surprise guilty plea to facilitation of murder in July 2019 and Judge Lee Coffee sentenced her to 30 years in prison. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) The ex-wife of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright has been charged in his slaying, more than seven years after his body was found in a field in . The 12-person jury deliberated for about two hours before it found Billy Ray Turner guilty of first-degree murder, attempted murder and conspiracy in the death of Wright, a 6-foot, 11-inch center . Marion, the slain player's mother, said she's convinced the insurance policy was Sherra Wright's motivation. [23], Williams was arrested on May 24, 2009, for allegedly punching a man in the face at a bar in Raleigh, North Carolina. CNN Sports David Close contributed to this alert. Darius Miles #2 of the Alabama Crimson Tide puts up a three during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at Coleman Coliseum on December 13, 2022 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. An hour doesn't go by that I don't think about [the accident], think about how can I replay this as to bring back Mr. Christofi. Did you encounter any technical issues? Tulane guard Teshaun Hightower, one of six suspects involved in a fatal shooting that took place earlier this month, has been arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault, battery and possession of a firearm according to NBCSports.com. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. The Associated Press contributed to this report. After the Wizards declined to re-sign him, he signed a non-guaranteed contract with Charlotte before last season. At the time of Wright's slaying, Martin was facing charges of killing his girlfriend, and he said his cousin helped pay part of his legal fees. The state's high court said in February that trials could resume after March 31. near campus. The Bobcats waived him Oct. 15, and he then played five games in China for the Zhejiang Guangsha Lions, averaging 25.8 points. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) Opening statements were set for Tuesday in the trial of a man charged with killing former NBA player Lorenzen Wright, whose body was found in a swampy field nearly 12 years ago in Memphis, Tennessee. Crittenton most recently played in the NBA with Washington in the 2008-09 season, then -- while sidelined by an ankle injury that kept him out of action the entire next season -- was involved in the locker-room gun confrontation with teammate Gilbert Arenas. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. Crittenton averaged 5.3 points and 1.8 assists in 113 NBA games. In a statement to the Washington Post, Morants agent Jim Tanner called the allegations unsubstantiated rumors and gossip that were put out by people motivated to tear Ja down and tarnish his reputation for their own financial gain., Any and every allegation involving a firearm has been fully investigated and could not be corroborated. And not one person died that night, two people died. Atlanta police Maj. Keith Meadows told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Friday night that Crittenton is believed to be in the Los Angeles area. Wright also played college basketball at the University of Memphis. On February 14, 2002, 55-year-old limousine driver Costas "Gus" Christofi was shot and killed at Williams's estate in Alexandria Township, New Jersey. "We were made aware of the recent charge against student-athlete Darius Miles; he has been removed from campus and is no longer a member of the Alabama men's basketball team.". CNN has reached out to Miller for comment. Man convicted in ex-NBA player Wright's slaying, KD stars with Booker in long-awaited Suns debut, LaMelo has surgery on right ankle, out for season, Embiid (sore left foot) misses win against Heat, Sources: Warriors eye Curry return next week, Lakers' Davis out vs. OKC with right foot injury, Wizards starting PG Morris (back) week-to-week, Benner, longtime Pacers PR director, dies at 67, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, Meet the man scouring Nigeria for the next generation of NBA and NFL talent, Roundtable: Early takeaways from Kyrie Irving joining Luka Doncic in Dallas, Lorenzen Wright's ex-wife wants plea thrown out, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Members of Williams's NBA charity basketball team were present at the scene. University of Alabama basketball player Darius Miles has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the shooting. Everybody thinks they're so tough and they can go to jail. 2 Crimson Tide face South Carolina in Columbia. As ESPN reports, Miles was one of two men along with Michael Lynn Davis who were charged with . They didn't have a previous relationship, he said. [26] Williams was released from prison in April 2012.[27]. Sherra Wright said she lured her ex-husband to the field by telling him that she was going to meet someone there to get some money, Martin testified. Gerald Herbert/AP Wright, 34, had been missing for 10 days before his body was discovered. Keith Appling, 29, is accused of . Miles and co-defendant Michael Lynn Davis who was also ordered no bond Tuesday were arrested and charged with capital murder in the shooting death of Jamea Jonae Harris near the university campus last month. "I just want to start today by offering our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jamea Harris, a young woman, daughter and a mother who was taken away too soon in a senseless act," he said. Martin said he told detectives in 2012 where the gun was located. Prosecutors say Turner had two guns when he was arrested in Wright's killing. Wrong spot at the wrong time., Later on Tuesday, Oats issued a written statement to clarify his comments at the news conference and acknowledged that his prior comments came across poorly.. Police were able to identify an SUV at the murder scene, a truck that Crittenton had rented for a family member, the source said. Apr 26, 2020. appreciated. 2:14 PM EST, Wed February 22, 2023. A January 2022 trial date has been set for the man accused in the 2010 killing of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright. In 2005, he briefly came out of retirement to play for the Idaho Stampede of the Continental Basketball Association.[11]. He added that video surveillance and an investigation by speaking to witnesses led them to Miles and Davis, who were subsequently located and interviewed. Oats said Miles is the only member of the Alabama team connected to the shooting. . "This is a really difficult situation. Billy Ray Turner is charged with conspiring with Wright's ex-wife in the slaying. Tuscaloosa police Capt. In a statement Sunday, the university said Miles, a junior reserve forward from Washington, D.C., is no longer on the team. Two days after a dispute stemming from a card game on a team flight, Arenas brought four guns to the locker room and set them in front of Crittenton's locker with a sign telling him to "PICK 1." Sherra Wright received $1 million from her ex-husband's life insurance policy and settled a court dispute in 2014 over how she spent the insurance money meant to benefit their six children. This includes the NBA investigation last month, in which they found no evidence, Tanner said, adding that the confrontation with the teenager was purely self-defense. SCNext Top 25: Ranking the best high school boys' basketball teams in the 2022-23 season, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Graduate of Minnesota State University, Mankato. Javaris Cortez Crittenton (born December 31, 1987) is an American former professional basketball player. ATLANTA -- Javaris Crittenton, the former NBA player once suspended by the league for bringing a gun into the Washington Wizards' locker room, has been charged with murder in the shooting of a . Even if you believe that a benching, let alone expulsion, should only come if a player is charged with a crime stemming from a shootout/murder, the fact Alabama is flying blind here, hoping and . He had retired from the league when he was killed. The homicide took place in the evening hours of April 8 when 24-year-old Devante Anthony Long was shot at an apartment complex in Stockbridge, Georgia. One of the four, Shannon Brown . My prayers continue to go out to Jamea Harriss family, said the coachs statement. Alabama forward Darius Miles looks to pass March 5 in the second half an NCAA college basketball game against LSU in Baton Rouge, La. Discovery Company. Jayson Williams (born February 22, 1968) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 11 seasons, primarily with the New Jersey Nets. Opening statements in Turner's trial could finally reveal key details about Wrights slaying, one of the most highly publicized murder cases in Memphis history. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegebasketball | pageType: stories | "We are grieved by the incident that occurred near campus last night and extend our deepest condolences to the victim's family and friends.". He could be connected to 90 murders. Both incidents in the Washington Post report came months before The Athletic reported that members of Morants entourage had a heated exchange with players on the Indiana Pacers during and following a game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Miles, 21, a junior reserve forward from Washington, D.C., and Michael Lynn Davis, 20, of Charles County, Maryland, were both charged with capital murder. A source with knowledge of the investigation told Outside the Lines' John Barr that Crittenton had jewelry stolen in April and confirmed the shooting was in retaliation for that robbery. Later the charges were dropped. 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