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Yari Milan Wright has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the brutal stabbing of his girlfriend, Brittany Hardy, a crime committed in November 2021. Hardy, 23, suffered multiple stab wounds, and Wright, who fled the scene, later pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter. This case highlights the severe implications of domestic violence and the emotional turmoil that often precedes such tragic incidents.
Rock Hill, South Carolina – Yari Milan Wright, a former high school football player, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the brutal stabbing of his girlfriend, Brittany Hardy. The crime occurred in November 2021 on a rural road west of Lake Wylie, near the North Carolina border. Wright, who is 6’2″ and weighs 280 pounds, admitted to the killing which he attributed to a fit of jealousy.
Hardy, only 23 years old, was discovered with severe injuries, including multiple stab wounds to her face and neck. Eyewitnesses reported that her final words were her boyfriend’s name when asked who had harmed her. In an attempt to conceal the crime, Wright fled the scene to clean the car involved in the attack.
Legal proceedings against Wright spanned over three years, culminating in a last-minute change of plea to guilty for voluntary manslaughter shortly before his trial was set to begin. This plea allowed Wright to avoid a potential murder charge. Due to the circumstances of the crime, he must serve at least 85% of his sentence as it is classified as a no-parole offense.
The attack left Hardy with horrific injuries, including a severed ear and defensive wounds on her arms, suggesting a struggle during the incident. A neighbor, alerted by sounds of distress, rushed to aid Hardy and promptly called 911. Evidence collected from the crime scene included Hardy’s blood on Wright’s clothing and in the car that he attempted to clean, further confirming his involvement.
Wright’s defense attorney described the relationship between Wright and Hardy as “toxic,” arguing that Wright acted out of passion rather than premeditated intent, which led to the decision to pursue a plea for voluntary manslaughter instead of murder. However, prosecutors characterized the violence against Hardy as some of the most brutal they had encountered. The lead prosecutor expressed that the nature of the attack was unprecedented in her experience.
Wright had no previous criminal record other than a minor drug possession charge in 2021. He has remained in jail without bail since the incident. During the court proceedings, he expressed remorse for his actions and extended apologies to Hardy’s family.
On the day of the incident, there were extended, heated text exchanges between Wright and Hardy, hinting at the emotional turmoil that preceded the attack. Hardy’s family has since spoken about their profound grief, wishing that she had left the relationship sooner to avoid the tragic outcome.
The case reflects the unfortunate reality of domestic violence and the devastating consequences it can have on individuals and families. The sentencing of Yari Milan Wright serves as a somber reminder of the dangers that can accompany unhealthy relationships.
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