San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has been released from the hospital after being shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in Union Square, San Francisco on Saturday, August 31, 2024. The 23-year-old first-round draft pick’s condition improved from ‘serious but stable’ to ‘fair,’ and he did not require surgery.According to Pearsall’s mother, Erin, the bullet ‘exited out his back’ and ‘missed his vital organs’. She expressed gratitude, stating, ‘He is extremely lucky, GOD shielded him’. Pearsall remained awake and lucid during his hospital stay.The incident occurred when a 17-year-old suspect from Tracy, California, attempted to steal Pearsall’s Rolex watch at gunpoint. A struggle ensued, resulting in both Pearsall and the suspect being shot. The suspect is in custody and will face charges in juvenile court, with a charging decision expected by Tuesday or Wednesday.San Francisco Police Chief William Scott confirmed that there was ‘no indication’ that Pearsall was targeted because of his status as an NFL player. The 49ers organization thanked the San Francisco Police Department, emergency medical services, and the staff at San Francisco General Hospital for their care.Teammates and officials have expressed support for Pearsall. Deebo Samuel posted on social media, ‘He’s good. Thank god!!!!’. San Francisco Mayor London Breed stated, ‘We’re glad that the victim will be OK’ and ‘I look forward to seeing him recover and get back on the field’.This incident has once again raised concerns about player safety and crime in San Francisco. It also highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States. The 49ers, who recently drafted Pearsall in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, now face uncertainty about how much time he will miss due to the injury.
Key points
- 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall was released from the hospital after being shot during an attempted robbery.
- The bullet missed Pearsall’s vital organs, and he did not require surgery.
- A 17-year-old suspect is in custody and will face charges in juvenile court.
- The incident has raised concerns about player safety and crime in San Francisco.
Contradictions👾There are slight discrepancies in reports about Pearsall’s age, with some sources stating he is 23 and others 24.
