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Fatal shooting of Christopher Wilson Jr. in Muncie
Overview
Christopher Wilson Jr., a 17-year-old senior and star defensive end at Yorktown High School, was fatally shot in Muncie, Indiana, in the early hours of October 5. Police discovered Wilson dead in a vehicle on East Cromer Avenue after he had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
A highly regarded recruit, Wilson had recently committed to play college football for West Virginia University. Following the incident, the Yorktown community held a prayer vigil at the high school football field to honor his memory. During the memorial, family members spoke about his impact, while attendees released balloons in the school’s colors.
As of October 11, the Muncie Police Department has not identified any suspects or established a motive for the shooting.
Entities
Muncie Police Department · Christopher Wilson Jr. · West Virginia University · Yorktown High School · Yorktown High School
Timeline
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesYorktown community holds vigil for slain high school football star
Hundreds gathered at Yorktown High School for a prayer vigil to honor Christopher Wilson Jr., a star football player killed in a shooting on October 5. Police are still investigating the motive.
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[CRIME] 5 sourcesYorktown football star Christopher Wilson Jr. killed in Muncie shooting
Christopher Wilson Jr., a 17-year-old Yorktown High School football star committed to West Virginia University, was fatally shot in a vehicle in Muncie, Indiana, early Monday morning.
Sources
indianapublicradio.org · lifezette.com · statelinesportsnetwork.net · time.news · wibc.com · wishtv.com · yourNEWS.com