JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Family and friends of a man who died this week after a shooting at an Orange Park basketball court this week are reflecting on the legacy he leaves behind.
Police said Drew Allan Wright III, 18, was shot during a fight between people at the courts on Grove Park Drive Wednesday. He was later taken to the hospital where he died Thursday morning, police said.
"My deepest condolences to Drew’s family," said Nancy Hansen on a GoFundMe page for the family. "He was a charismatic and good-hearted boy with an infectious smile. He could win anyone over with his charm. I am grateful to have known him. I hope that his family, especially his sisters, find peace.".
No arrests have been made and police are not releasing any suspect information yet as they investigate.
Drew's father tells First Coast News he was driving home to Jacksonville when he got the news, "Literally me and his little sisters were on the highway coming back from Ohio for a Christmas. I was on highway 77 just south of Canton, Ohio. I know exactly where I was," he said.
"I mean you have families… kids, brothers and sisters… you don’t want to see this happen to them… that’s all I can say," said Drew's father.
"Drew was an avid basketball player doing what he loves to do and was at that court daily," said Brittany Wright, Drew Wright's aunt. "Do to the unexpected nature of his passing we are asking for donations to help with his funeral expenses."
Anyone with information on the shooting is urged to call Orange Park Police Department at 904-264-5555 or remain anonymous and call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS (8477).