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Oregon Man Arrested for Making 'Concerning Social Media Posts' About UConn Basketball Star Paige Bueckers: Police
An Oregon man was arrested for allegedly stalking UConn's Paige Bueckers after making social media posts and attempting to contact her, police said.
A College Football Player Wanted to Buy $90 Headphones. Instead, He Shot and Killed a Coed.
A college football player in Alabama was sentenced to prison for killing a coed. He was meeting the woman and her boyfriend to buy headphones.
A Former University of Georgia Football Player Gunned Down a Store Clerk. Now, He'll Spend Decades in Prison.
A former football player at the University of Georgia sentenced for the 2021 murder of a gas station clerk, officials said.
3 Virginia Football Players Killed In Shooting, 2 Other People Hurt. Ex-Athlete In Custody.
Three members of the University of Virginia football team were killed in a shooting, and two more people were hurt. Police say a suspect is in custody.
Heavy Medal Arrest: Man Accused Of Boosting Gold Medal From U.S. Olympians Car, The Medallion Remains Missing
Police in California said they arrested the man suspected of stealing a gold medal from a member of the U.S. volleyball team's car. The medal remains missing.
From Star To Pariahs: These Sports Stars Were Convicted Of Murder-Related Charges
Athletes are often looked up to as role models. But, these four sports stars were convicted of murder-related charges. Here are the stories of their crimes and arrests.
Ex-NBAer, College Basketball Star Shot And Killed At Florida Home, Reports Say
Former Michigan State star and NBA player Adreian Payne was shot and killed in a Florida home. Police say they have arrested a murder suspect.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers football player accused of fatally stabbing man to death in bathroom, police say
A former NFL football player was arrested in Ohio in connection to a fatal stabbing last month, authorities said. He played for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Softball coach in Alabama accused of sodomy, sexual abuse of team member, police say
A former softball coach is accused of sexual abuse of a team player, police in Alabama said. The suspect was arrested and released after posting bail.
Maryland man accused in shooting, killing pro boxer on Christmas Eve
Professional boxer Danny Kelly Jr. was shot and killed in Maryland on Christmas Eve. Authorities said a suspected shooter confessed to the shooting.
High School Student Allegedly Shoots Teenager Dead After Feud Erupts At Basketball Game, Police Say
A feud during a high school basketball game in Virginia spilled out into the parking lot, where a teenager allegedly shot another dead, police said.
Louisiana woman accused of fatally stabbing Kansas City Chief football star’s brother during argument
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed lost his younger brother to murder after a woman allegedly fatally knifed him in Louisiana. The suspect has been arrested.
'Revered' former UCF football player allegedly shot dead by his father after argument over dog bite
A former University of Central Florida running back was allegedly murdered by his father after the two argued over a dog bite, according to officials.
Death of Las Vegas college student who collapsed after ‘fight night’ amateur boxing match ruled homicide
A college student participating in a 'fight night' amateur boxing charity event with his fraternity passed away and police have ruled his death a homicide.
Two high school athletes arrested for murder in robbery gone wrong, police said
Two high school athletes, age 17 and 18, have been arrested for murder in Georgia. Cops say the suspects shot and killed the victim during an armed robbery.
Former Miami Hurricanes football player accused of the 2006 murder of his teammate
Former University of Miami football player Rashaun Travon Jones was arrested for allegedly fatally shooting his teammate Bryan Pata in 2006.
Into the Rough: Golf exec stole thousands of U.S. Open tickets, made $1 million in reselling them, feds say
An exec with the USGA stole thousands of U.S. Open golf tickets and provided them for resale, federal prosecutors said. The suspect made $1 million in the plot.
Two concession workers accused in deadly shooting at Coors Field after baseball game
A professional baseball game in Colorado turned deadly when two concession workers allegedly were involved in the fatal shooting of a coworker.
From the medal stand to metal bars: Olympians drug smuggling efforts land him in prison
A former medal winner for Australia in the Olympics was sentenced to prison for his role in a drug-smuggling operation. He and his brother used a boat to smuggle drugs.