Tank Dell, a wide receiver for Houston Texas, was shot over the course of the weekend in Florida. In a mass massacre, Dell was one of ten victims who were shot and hurt.
Tank Dell of the Houston Texans was almost killed in a mass shooting in Florida
When the Texans learned of the occurrence, they released a press statement. The organization declared on Sunday, “We have learned that Tank Dell was a victim of a shooting in Sanford, Florida, last night.”
“We are in contact with him and his family and will provide more updates when appropriate, but we ask that you please respect his privacy at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved in the incident.”
Although Dell received medical attention and was later released from the hospital, the authorities maintain that all of the victims were hurt.
NEW: A 16-year-old boy opened fire at a party near Sanford, Florida, this morning, wounding at least 10 people, including NFL player Tank Dell.
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A security guard attacked the gunman as soon as he fired the first shots, injuring ten people, stopping him from firing any more, according to a FOX8 report. Meanwhile, another security guard handcuffed the attacker.
Texans WR Tank Dell was the victim of a shooting Saturday night outside of a night club in Sanford, Florida.
Ten people are recovering after being wounded and officials say all injuries are non-life threatening. Dell has since been released from the hospital.
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The gunman was brought to a juvenile jail facility after being apprehended; it is believed that he is underage.
Officers from Seminole County Police Department were informed by witnesses that the adolescent started firing following a fight. With a revolver drawn, the attacker started shooting at the gathering.
The 16-year-old is accused with trying to kill someone, discharging a gun in public, using a gun while committing a crime, and having a gun illegally in their possession.