San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot during an attempted robbery in Union Square, San Francisco on Saturday, August 31, 2024. The 23-year-old first-round draft pick sustained a bullet wound to the chest and is currently in serious but stable condition at a local hospital.According to reports, the incident occurred when Pearsall was on his way to a fan signing event. A 17-year-old suspect attempted to steal Pearsall’s Rolex watch, leading to a physical altercation. During the struggle, the gun was fired, striking Pearsall in the chest. Both Pearsall and the suspect were injured and taken to the hospital for treatment.The San Francisco Police Department responded immediately to the scene, and the suspect was quickly apprehended. Police Chief William Scott stated that there is ‘no indication’ that Pearsall was targeted for his status as a professional football player. A charging decision is expected to be made next week, as the suspect is a juvenile.San Francisco Mayor London Breed confirmed the shooting and expressed her concern, stating, ‘My thoughts are with Ricky and his family at this time’. The 49ers organization issued a statement asking for privacy and expressing their thoughts and prayers for Pearsall and his family.Pearsall, who was selected 31st overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, had recently returned to practice after missing time due to shoulder and hamstring injuries. He had an impressive college career at Arizona State University and the University of Florida, accumulating 159 receptions for 2,420 yards and 14 touchdowns.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, with over 11,000 victims of gun violence reported in 2024 up to September 1.
Key points
- 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall was shot during an attempted robbery of his Rolex watch in San Francisco.
- The suspect is a 17-year-old who was quickly apprehended by police.
- Pearsall is in serious but stable condition with a chest wound.
- The incident has raised concerns about player safety and gun violence in the US.
Contradictions👾Some reports state Pearsall was shot in the chest, while others claim he was shot in the back.
This discrepancy may be due to initial confusion in reporting or differences in information provided by various sources.
