Jeremy Fears Jr., a basketball player at Michigan State University, was shot in the leg near his hometown in Illinois during an overnight shooting. The 18-year-old freshman guard sustained non-life-threatening injuries and underwent surgery. Coach Tom Izzo expressed his support and concern for Jeremy’s recovery. The shooting took place in a residence in Joliet, where two people, including Jeremy, were wounded. A preliminary investigation revealed that an armed suspect entered the residence and opened fire before fleeing the scene. The motive and intended target remain unknown, and authorities are actively investigating the incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Joliet Police Department’s Investigations Division. Jeremy Fears Jr., a highly ranked recruit from Joliet West High School, had a promising basketball career ahead of him. The news has shocked and concerned both the local community and the MSU community, as they rally behind Jeremy in his road to recovery.
Basketball Player Jeremy Fears Jr. Shot in Illinois, Recovering after Surgery
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