He killed his son, a well-known American rugby player, for an insignificant reason.
Former University of Central Florida (UFC) player Otis Anderson Jr. was fatally shot by his father during a brawl over a family dog bite, authorities said.
Anderson, 23, who played at UCF from 2017 to 2020, died late Monday in Jacksonville after his father, Otis Anderson Sr., was bitten by a dog belonging to his son’s girlfriend, according to Orlando Sentinel newspaper. Jacksonville’s sheriff’s office said Anderson’s mother, Denise, told investigators her husband was upset after the bite, which sparked a three-point shootout.
That Anderson the Elder – Sheriff Jacksonville Office
Officers who responded to the call found Anderson with at least one gunshot wound to the chest and his mother with minor injuries. Both were rushed to hospital, but Anderson Jr. did not survive. His mother received first aid and was discharged, the Sentinel reported. Anderson Sr., 52, faces charges of murder and attempted murder and is being held without bail on Wednesday. He will appear in court on December 22.
The former UCF team tweeted in honor of the victim.
We have now confirmed and are devastated to hear of the passing of Otis Anderson Jr. He was revered by his teammates, our fans, and everyone within Knight Nation.
Our deepest condolences go out to everyone who loved Otis. He was taken too soon and will truly be missed. pic.twitter.com/b99DfoDytl
— UCF Football (@UCF_Football) November 30, 2021
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