Catching up on recent events, San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot during an attempted robbery in Union Square on Saturday. Fortunately, he is now in stable condition.
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His teammate, Deebo Samuel, quickly updated fans on social media, reassuring everyone that Pearsall is doing alright, which provides some relief to concerned supporters.
This morning, Pearsall’s mother shared an update about her son, revealing that while the bullet entered his chest, it miraculously missed all vital organs. She expressed immense gratitude for his safety in a heartfelt Facebook post.
“Update on my baby boy. First and foremost, I want to thank GOD for protecting him. He is so lucky; the bullet went through his chest and out his back without causing any vital damage. He’s in good spirits. Life is precious, and I urge everyone to love each other. Please pray for my baby,” she wrote.
Ricky Pearsall’s mom, Erin, posted on Facebook that the bullet entered Pearsall’s chest and exited his back without hitting any vital organs pic.twitter.com/YXKUY4m8I3
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) September 1, 2024
In a statement released on Saturday night, the 49ers confirmed the incident, stating that Pearsall sustained a bullet wound to his chest but is in serious yet stable condition. They also requested privacy for Pearsall and his family during this time.
Read the team’s full statement here.
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According to reports from CNN, a 17-year-old attempted to rob Pearsall at gunpoint, leading to a confrontation where both were injured. San Francisco Police Chief William Scott reported that multiple shots were fired during the altercation.
Chief Scott also expressed his sympathies on social media, condemning the violence and stressing the importance of community safety. He closed by commending the police officers for their swift action in arresting the suspect.
Pearsall’s recovery is the top priority right now, and his availability for the upcoming Week 1 game against the New York Jets remains uncertain. Let’s hope for a speedy recovery for this promising young player.