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Teen pleads guilty in shooting of SF 49ers rookie; expresses remorse

San Antonio Urban Editorial Team
Last updated: 2024/09/04 at 9:55 PM
San Antonio Urban Editorial Team Published September 4, 2024
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Teen pleads guilty in shooting of SF 49ers rookie; expresses remorse

The Story of a Teen Charged with Attempted Murder Against a San Francisco 49ers Rookie

A 17-year-old high school senior faced an arraignment in juvenile court on Wednesday, charged with attempted murder in the daytime weekend shooting of San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall. The teen, represented by Deputy Public Defender Bob Dunlap, expressed remorse for his actions.

The district attorney’s office in San Francisco filed charges of attempted murder, assault with a semiautomatic weapon, and attempted second-degree robbery against the teen. They are considering whether to try the juvenile as an adult, which would require judicial approval as per California law.

During the court proceedings, the teen, dressed in a green sweatshirt and pants, maintained a solemn demeanor and did not acknowledge his parents in the room. Despite a probation officer’s recommendation for transfer to his home county of San Joaquin, the teen will remain in San Francisco custody as per the judge’s ruling.

The shooting incident, which occurred in an upscale shopping district downtown, garnered national attention and highlighted ongoing challenges in the city. Mayor London Breed is facing a tough reelection contest as the city grapples with issues like shoplifting and assaults on seniors.

Ricky Pearsall, the 23-year-old NFL rookie, was attacked while walking to his car after shopping at luxury stores in Union Square. Despite being shot in the chest, Pearsall was released from the hospital the following day and is recovering from his injuries.

The San Francisco 49ers have placed Pearsall on the non-football injury list to allow him time to heal from the shooting as well as a previous shoulder injury. General manager John Lynch confirmed Pearsall’s return to the team facility for recovery.

The teen suspect, who resides in Tracy, a city east of San Francisco, was arrested shortly after the incident, which left both him and Pearsall injured. The court will determine further legal proceedings in the case as investigations continue.

Despite the gravity of the situation, Dunlap emphasized the teen’s genuine remorse and extended condolences to the Pearsall family. As the legal process unfolds, the community watches closely to see how justice will be served in this challenging case.

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without permission.

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