A tragic story has taken an unfortunate turn for the worst. Greg Bryant has died after being found shot in his car early Saturday morning. The family of Bryant confirmed of the passing Sunday, and medical reports later confirmed he was brain dead as of Sunday afternoon. Authorities have now ruled this case a homicide.
News of Bryant’s passing was first reported by Lynda Figueredo of CBS 21, via Twitter, citing a confirmation from Bryant’s family.
#Breaking Family confirms #GregBryant did not survive his injuries. The family is coping with the loss. @CBS12 pic.twitter.com/DvYzth2AX2
— Lynda F. Rysavy (@LyndaFigueredo) May 8, 2016
Bryant and a passenger were found shot in his car in Palm Beach, Florida and was taken to St. Mary’s Medical Center for treatment. He was placed in critical condition and said to be fighting for his life.
Bryant was a five-star running back out of high school and a part of Notre Dame’s Class of 2013. He then moved to ASA College in Miami to play at the junior college level in 2015. He transferred to UAB to be a part of the revamped football program.
No suspect has been identified in the shooting.
