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Otis Anderson Jr. was an American football player who played for the University of Central Florida football team the UCF Knights. During his time at the UCF Anderson Jr. played as a wide receiver and running back. He ended his college football career in 2020 and participated in the NFL 2021 drafts but went unselected.
Anderson Jr. was later called up by the Los Angeles Rams for the offseason as an undrafted free agent. However, he was not able make an impact for the team and was cut from the Los Angeles Rams in the training camp itself.
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.
— UCF Football (@UCF_Football) November 30, 2021
Our deepest condolences go out to everyone who loved Otis. He was taken too soon and will truly be missed. pic.twitter.com/b99DfoDytl
The former UCF Knights player was killed on November 29, 2021. Read ahead to also know more about the death of Anderson Jr.
Who killed Otis Anderson Jr.?
It was recently revealed that the 23 year-old was shockingly shot by his father which resulted in his death. It was revealed that Anderson Jr. and his father Otis Anderson Sr. got into an argument which quickly escalated and also led to his father shooting him.
The football player’s mother Denise Anderson was also involved in the argument and tried to separate the two. Denise told the police that Anderson Jr.’s father met him in the kitchen and shot him.
The Rams are saddened by the tragic and sudden loss of Otis Anderson Jr. Our sincere condolences are with his family during this very difficult time.
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) November 30, 2021
Rest In Peace, Otis. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/riYTep6VLw
When the police arrived the football player was suffering from a gun wound on his chest and was pronounced dead at the hospital. Denise was also hospitalized after suffering multiple graze wounds.
Anderson Sr. has been charged with first-degree murder and also attempted first-degree murder and is currently being held by the police. He is set to appear on court on 22nd December.
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