Former University of Central Florida running back Otis Anderson Jr. was fatally shot by his father all over a dispute a few dog chunk, authorities said.
Anderson, 23, who played at UCF from 2017 to 2020, died past due Monday in Jacksonville after his father, Otis Anderson Sr., was once bitten by a dog belonging to his son’s female friend, according to the Orlando Sentinel.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Anderson’s mother, Denise, instructed investigators her husband got disappointed after being bitten, environment off a disagreement between the 3 that escalated to gunfire.
Responding cops found Anderson with a minimum of one gunshot wound to the chest and Denise with multiple graze wounds. Both had been rushed to a clinic, however Anderson Jr. did not continue to exist. His mother was treated and released, the Sentinel reported.
Anderson Sr., 52, who's dealing with charges of murder and attempted homicide, stays held with out bond Wednesday. He’s next due in court on Dec. 22.
UCF Football tweeted a tribute Tuesday to Anderson, whose nickname used to be “Juice.” He ranks 9th all-time at UCF with 2,182 career speeding yards. He additionally ran for 17 touchdowns and stuck nine others as a receiver as a key a part of UCF’s program.
“He was once respected by his teammates, our fans, and everyone within Knight Nation,” the publish learn. “Our inner most condolences pass out to everybody who beloved Otis. He was once taken too soon and can in reality be ignored.”
We have now confirmed and are devastated to listen to of the passing of Otis Anderson Jr. He was revered by his teammates, our fans, and everybody inside of Knight Nation.
Our deepest condolences go out to everybody who beloved Otis. He used to be taken too soon and can really be missed. pic.twitter.com/b99DfoDytl
— UCF Football (@UCF_Football) November 30, 2021
Anderson, who wasn’t drafted this 12 months, spent coaching camp with the Los Angeles Rams, however was once minimize from the crew’s practice squad in September. The team additionally released a statement sending condolences to his circle of relatives as former teammates posted tributes.
“Rest in Heaven Otis,” Rams celebrity cornerback Jalen Ramsey tweeted. “We gotta do higher on this earth smh.”
Anderson’s father, meanwhile was appointed a public defender right through his court docket appearance Tuesday, WJXT reported.
Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams instructed the station investigators were “mourning” with the Anderson circle of relatives as they navigate the “incredible” tragedy.
“While the investigation continues to be performed, we would inspire everybody to stay the circle of relatives on your prayers as they work thru this very tough time,” Williams stated in a commentary.
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