Ricky Pearsall, a 23-year-old player for the San Francisco 49ers, was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in Union Square, San Francisco, on Saturday afternoon. He is currently in serious but stable condition, according to the team.
– A 17-year-old suspect has been arrested, with charges pending.
– Social media footage shows Pearsall being escorted to an ambulance while applying pressure to his injury.
– Two individuals were found injured at the scene and taken to the hospital.
– Initial reports indicate Pearsall was targeted during an attempted robbery resulting in a physical confrontation that injured both him and the suspect.
– Pearsall was recently drafted by the 49ers and had just returned to practice after recovering from a shoulder injury.
– The team’s first game of the season is scheduled for September 10.