Update: 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall released from hospital after attempted robbery shooting Saturday
Aug 31, 2024, 5:24 PM | Updated: Sep 1, 2024, 12:46 pm
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 05: Ricky Pearsall #14 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during mini camp on June 05, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
(Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
UPDATE: The San Francisco 49ers have announced that Ricky Pearsall has been discharged from the hospital less than 24 hours after suffering a gunshot wound to the chest. The team released the following statement:
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was released from the hospital this afternoon as he continues to recover from a bullet wound to his chest.
He and his family, along with the entire San Francisco 49ers organization, would like to thank the San Francisco Police Department, emergency medical services, doctors and staff at San Francisco General Hospital.
Earlier in the day, Ricky Pearsall has been upgraded to “fair condition” by Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, NBC Sports Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco Sunday morning. Under HIPAA Privacy Rule, there are no further details at this time.
Pearsall mother, Erin, also issued an update on his son’s status Sunday. Mrs. Pearsall stated that her son was shot in the chest, with the bullet exiting his back. The bullet missed vital organs and he is in good spirits, considering the circumstances.
Ricky Pearsall’s mom, Erin, posted on Facebook that the bullet entered Pearsall’s chest and exited his back without hitting any vital organs pic.twitter.com/YXKUY4m8I3
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) September 1, 2024
The 49ers also issued a statement Saturday night, listing him in serious but stable condition.
Original Story:
Reports emerged Saturday afternoon that San Francisco 49ers first-round pick Ricky Pearsall has been shot, but thankfully he is in stable condition.
According to Dion Lim of KGO-TV San Francisco, 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot during an attempted robbery at Union Square Saturday. Pearsall is reportedly in stable condition at this time. The 49ers’ draft pick was reportedly fired upon over his Rolex watch.
The suspect is in custody at this time.
Other reports have corroborated with Lim, citing that Pearsall and another person were shot in the incident. Both men are in stable condition at SF General Hospital. Pearsall was struck in the chest during a struggle with the assailant’s gun, while the other victim was stuck in the arm around the Geary & Grant area.
The 49ers pass-catcher was on his way to an autograph signing. The Arizona native gave the report to the police when they arrived on the scene.
UPDATED report re: Ricky Pearsall shooting this afternoon in San Francisco. Pearsall was shot in the arm, the suspect appears shot through the chest. https://t.co/IPvnuNJJsn
— Sean Cunningham (@SeanCunningham) September 1, 2024
London Breed, Mayor of San Francisco, has provided an update on Pearsall’s status, confirming that the incident occurred.
Fellow 49ers WR Deebo Samuel has seemingly confirmed that Pearsall is okay.
He’s good🤞🏾🙏🏾. Thank god!!!!
— Deebo (@19problemz) September 1, 2024
This story is developing…
San Francisco 49ers 2024 Schedule:
Regular Season
- Monday, September 9th vs. New York Jets – 5:15 pm PDT
- Sunday, September 15th @ Minnesota Vikings – 10 am PDT
- Sunday, September 22nd – @ Los Angeles Rams – 1:25 pm PDT
- Sunday, September 29th vs. New England Patriots – 1:05 pm PDT
- Sunday, October 6th vs. Arizona Cardinals – 1:05 pm PDT
