17-Year-Old Yorktown Football Recruit Shot to Death in Muncie

A 17-year-old Indiana high school football player who had committed to play for West Virginia University was shot and killed early Monday in Muncie.

Chris Wilson Jr., a senior at Yorktown High School, was found shot multiple times inside a vehicle around 3 a.m., according to a report from WTHR. He had committed to join West Virginia’s football program in 2027, USA Today reported.

West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez issued a statement following news of Wilson’s death. “The West Virginia Football program is heartbroken by the news of the tragic loss of Chris Wilson Jr. this morning,” Rodriguez said. “We really enjoyed getting to know Chris during the recruiting process. The WVU football program sends (its) heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Chris’ family in this difficult time.”

Yorktown High School principal Stacey Brewer remembered Wilson as a standout both on and off the field. “Chris was a kind, respectful, and good young man,” Brewer said. “At 6’7″ he was hard to miss, but he never wanted the spotlight. He had a bright future and big dreams, and he was working hard to reach them. Chris will be deeply missed by our students, our staff, and our entire Yorktown community.”

No further details about the circumstances of the shooting or any suspects have been reported.