San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall was shot during an “attempted robbery” in San Francisco’s Union Square, according to police.
Pearsall, 23, is in stable condition and the shooting was not life threatening, according to city leadership sources briefed by San Francisco police.
Shortly before 4 p.m. local time, police responded to a report of a shooting and found two men “suffering from injuries,” San Francisco Police Department said in a statement.
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – MARCH 01: Ricky Pearsall #WO23 of the Florida Gators speaks to the media during the 2024 NFL Draft Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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“During the attempted robbery, a physical altercation ensued, and both the suspect and victim were injured,” according to SFPD.
The suspect is in custody and charges are pending at this time, police said in a statement.
Pearsall — a first-round draft pick — has been dealing with a shoulder injury during the preseason and returned to practice this past week, according to the National Football League.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
