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WVU commit Chris Wilson, 17, killed in shooting in Muncie

WVU commit Chris Wilson, 17, killed in shooting in Muncie

Chris Wilson, a 17-year-old senior at Yorktown High School, was killed in a shooting in Muncie, Indiana, on Monday morning, according to WTHR.

The Muncie Police Department responded to a report of a shooting around 3 a.m. ET Monday. Officers arriving at the scene found Wilson in his car with multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Yorktown Community Schools confirmed Wilson's death, releasing a statement that called Wilson a "valued member of our school, our football team and our community," per Fox59.

Wilson was a four-star edge, per Rivals, and had committed in July to play for West Virginia University next season.

The identity of any suspect or the circumstances leading to the shooting are not confirmed.

WVU commit Chris Wilson, 17, killed in shooting in Muncie

THE SHOOTING DETAILS

The shooting happened in Muncie, Indiana, around 3 a.m. ET Monday, according to WTHR. Officers responding to the report found Wilson in his car with multiple gunshot wounds.

Wilson was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officers.

Muncie Police are leading the investigation into the shooting. Yorktown Police have confirmed there is no threat to students or schools, per the school district's statement.

Police are investigating the situation and seeking more information on the shooting. The motive, the number of shots fired, and any suspect information are not confirmed.

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