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Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Who was Alex Foster? Baylor football star who was found shot dead in car at 18 — mystery deepens as no arrests made
The Baylor football community and the town of Greenville, Mississippi, are grieving the tragic loss of 18-year-old Alex Foster, a promising athlete and beloved teammate who died from multiple gunshot wounds in the early hours of May 28. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Foster, who was back home for summer break, was found inside a car shortly after midnight with life-threatening injuries. Rising star Alex Foster dies after being found with multiple gunshot wounds in Greenville According to the Greenville Police Department, officers responded to a shots-fired call around 12:11 a.m. on East Alexander Street. Upon arrival, they discovered an unresponsive male in a vehicle suffering from several gunshot wounds. Though he was quickly transported to Delta Health Center, he was pronounced dead just over 30 minutes later. While the police did not initially name the victim, multiple reports confirmed the deceased was Alex Foster. The Washington County coroner's office later verified the cause of death as multiple gunshot wounds. No arrests have been made as of this writing, and the investigation remains ongoing. City reacts to rising crime as curfew follows shooting of college football player Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons addressed the city's recent surge in violent crime in a Facebook video, announcing the implementation of a citywide curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. in response to the tragedy and other violent incidents. 'We must act to stabilize conditions,' Simmons said, noting that nightclubs and late-night businesses must close by midnight to reduce risk. He condemned the "senseless killings" that have shaken the community. Baylor University , coaches, and former mentors remember Foster fondly Baylor Football confirmed Foster's death with a heartfelt statement from head coach Dave Aranda and athletic director Mack Rhoades. 'We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Alex, a beloved teammate, friend, and a cherished part of the Baylor family,' the statement read. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'Alex's memory will forever be part of our hearts and this program.' Coach Aranda added on X, 'We are devastated by this loss. In his time at Baylor he made a long-lasting impact on all of us in the program.' Foster was Baylor's highest-rated recruit in the 2024 class and had redshirted his freshman season. St. Joseph Catholic-Greenville coach John Baker remembered him as 'a good dude, man... real quiet, soft-spoken guy, you know. Had his head on right and was wanting to make it out.' Also Read: The loss of Alex Foster has left a deep void in both his hometown and college communities — a stark reminder of the violence that continues to claim young lives too soon.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Man accused of trying to ‘engage in sexual activities' with child arrested in Darke County
An 18-year-old man accused of trying to engage in sexual conduct with a child was arrested on Tuesday, according to Greenville Police Department Detective Jackie Hawes. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Braden Denny, 18, reportedly arranged to pick up a girl he believed was 13 years old and 'engage in sexual activities within the city of Greenville.' TRENDING STORIES: 13-year-old boy killed after falling off trailer during Memorial Day parade identified Miami Valley native known for 'Hang On Sloopy' and 'Weird Al' hits dies Man fishing under Ohio train bridge saves 14-month-old hit by train Investigators pulled over Denny at Tecumseh and E Main Street just before 2 p.m. Hawes said Denny was on his way to meet the girl at this time. He was arrested on an importuning charge and taken to the Darke County Jail. Hawes said this investigation started after police received multiple reports that Denny was allegedly trying to, or actively, engage in sexual conduct with children. At the time of writing, jail records show that Denny is no longer in custody. Anyone who wants to report suspicious or criminal activity in Greenville is asked to call the department at (937) 548-1103. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Fatal crash in Greenville leaves one dead and one injured
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — At approximately 5 p.m. May 22, Greenville Police Department responded to reports of a motor vehicle collision in the area of Stantonsburg Road near Farm Drive. Preliminary findings indicate that a Chevrolet Malibu, driven by Billy Jerome Jordan, 45, of Greenville, was traveling westbound on Stantonsburg Road when the vehicle crossed the center line, traveling across three lanes of traffic before striking a Toyota Camry head-on. Jordan was pronounced deceased at the scene and the driver of the Toyota Camry, a 62-year-old woman, sustained serious injuries and remains hospitalized. The GPD's Traffic Safety Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
One dead in fatal Greenville car crash
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Law enforcement officers with the Greenville Police Department and first responders assisted with a fatal car crash Wednesday. Two eyewitnesses to the crash reported that a white Dodge Charger was allegedly speeding and using the center turn lane as a travel lane when they merged into traffic and collided with a blue Nissan. The Nissan was leaving the parking lot of the Family Dollar on Greenville Boulevard at the time of the crash. Greenville resident, 24 year old Jalen Elijah Wright, was the only occupant of the Nissan. He was pronounced dead shortly after first responders arrived. The three people inside the Dodge sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to ECU Health for further treatment. The Greenville Police Department's Traffic Safety Unit is investigating. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Yahoo
Greenville Police Department honors fallen officers during Police Week
GREENVILE, N.C. (WNCT) — May 11-May 17, 2025, marks Police Week, a time to honor and remember officers who have fallen in the line of duty. The Greenville Police Department has lost three officers in the line of service, in which they paid tribute to them with a wreath ceremony held on Wednesday, May 14. Officer Joseph Nobles was killed in 1926, Officer Jessie Mills died in 1952, and the most recent loss was Officer Jason Campbell, who passed away in 2007. 'There wasn't much he didn't do. He was on the SWAT team, K-9 unit, underwater crime scene investigations, and patrol. He was extremely hardworking and driven, and although he had a lot of different jobs, he made being a father the most important,' the daughter of Officer Jason Campbell, Ashley Campbell said. Ashley and her mother gathered at the Greenville Police Department on Wednesday to honor him. 'He was a great guy, man. He was the kind of guy that everybody wanted to work with, to be honest with you. The community loved him, officers loved him. He did a fantastic job. He went in there day in and day out and represented the City of Greenville,' said Interim Chief Richard Tyndall of the Greenville Police Department. The fallen officers were honored by placing a rose for each on a wreath, followed by a moment of silence. The Greenville Police Department ensures these officers are remembered not just during Police Week, but every day. They also maintain a close relationship with the Campbell family. 'It means the world to me that they still honor him. Although he's been gone for 18 years, he's not forgotten, and everybody talks about him like he's still here,' Ashley Campbell said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
