CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI (FOX 2) — Steven Bryce Wheeler, 31, of Clinton Township, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2023 murder of his wife. The tragic crime occurred on October 19, 2023, and Wheeler was convicted by a jury last month.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office reported that Wheeler and his wife got into a violent argument, leading her to call 911 for assistance. While she was still on the phone with authorities, Wheeler shot her multiple times, ultimately causing her death.
Following the murder, Wheeler was charged with first-degree murder and felony firearms. Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido condemned the senseless violence, stating, “This was a senseless and brutal act of violence that took the life of an innocent woman and forever shattered the lives of her loved ones. No punishment can ever undo the pain and loss this family has endured. I hope this conviction sends a clear message that domestic violence will not be tolerated.”
This case highlights the tragic impact of domestic violence, as well as the ongoing efforts to ensure justice for victims and their families.
