Man on the Run After Killing Sister in Fight Over Electric Bill: Police

Police are on the hunt for a man who they believe killed his sister in an argument over a utility bill.

Fort Lauderdale Police said 25-year-old Willie Ward got into an argument with his sister, 29-year-old Jaquinda Wright, on Friday. Police said the fight was apparently over an electric bill.

The argument soon turned physical, and officers said Ward punched Wright twice in the head.

Wright collapsed and was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center, where she died.

Detectives said Ward fled in a gold-colored vehicle.

There is an active warrant for his arrest in connection with this murder, police said.

Anyone with information is urged to call Broward Crime Stoppers at (954) 493-TIPS (8477).

Contact Us