Shelby County Jury Convicts Man of Manslaughter
A jury found Khiry Hill guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the 2023 shooting death of Maurice Robertson.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Violence
A Shelby County jury has convicted Khiry Hill of voluntary manslaughter for the death of Maurice Robertson. Robertson was found with multiple gunshot wounds in November 2023.
Why it matters
The conviction follows a legal investigation into the shooting, which reportedly stemmed from a conflict between the two men after a car crash. The jury verdict concludes the trial phase regarding the fatal encounter.
A Shelby County jury delivered the guilty verdict for voluntary manslaughter on Friday. Khiry Hill currently awaits a sentencing hearing scheduled for December 4.
The players
Khiry Hill
The defendant who was convicted of voluntary manslaughter by a Shelby County jury.
Maurice Robertson
The victim of the shooting who was found by authorities with multiple gunshot wounds.
Shelby County
The local jurisdiction where the criminal trial took place and the jury reached its verdict.
The details
Authorities discovered Maurice Robertson dead next to his wheelchair with multiple gunshot wounds in November 2023. Testimony indicated that a prior car crash led to the conflict between Hill and Robertson.
Timeline
The shooting death of Maurice Robertson occurred in November 2023.
A jury delivered the guilty verdict on October 23, 2026.
The court will hold a sentencing hearing for Khiry Hill on December 4, 2026.
Legal Context
The sentencing phase for this case will be governed by Tennessee's voluntary manslaughter sentencing guidelines. This outcome follows local legal procedures used in Shelby County to address violent disputes stemming from personal conflicts.
The conclusion of this trial closes a local criminal case that prompted a police investigation in the community. Residents can expect the court process to formally conclude with the sentencing hearing in December.
The takeaway
Disputes arising from road accidents can escalate into fatal violence that carries serious legal consequences. Residents are encouraged to utilize local mediation resources if personal conflicts involving property damage or insurance become volatile.
What happens next
Khiry Hill is scheduled for a sentencing hearing on December 4, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox13.
