Ex-Memphis FB Player Shot and Killed By Police After Officials Say He Pulled Gun

Former Memphis Tigers soccer participant La’Andre Thomas died in an officer-involved capturing in Georgia final week after allegedly pulling a gun on cops … an incident that’s beneath investigation. He was 27.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says the Sandy Springs Police Department was dispatched to the Dunwoody Place space round 10:30 AM on December 4th … after a 911 caller claimed a person was assaulting her whereas she was strolling her canine.

The GBI says Sandy Springs officers recognized the person as Thomas after reviewing surveillance and situated the 27-year-old at a bus cease close to the 8000 block of Dunwoody Place.

Officials say Thomas approached the officers and began speaking earlier than he allegedly reached for his belt to retrieve a weapon.

“During the conversation, Thomas pulled a handgun from his waistband,” the GBI mentioned, “One officer then shot Thomas, injuring him.”

Thomas was rushed to a close-by hospital in important situation, however was later pronounced lifeless. The GBI mentioned it’s investigating the officer-involved capturing.

Thomas was a highschool soccer standout in Mississippi and was rated among the many high 40 gamers within the state by ESPN. The then dual-threat quarterback led Wingfield High School to the MHSAA 5A state playoffs and picked up a number of honors, together with a spot on the MHSAA 5A All-State First Team.

Thomas acquired a number of school affords … together with Memphis, which he dedicated to in 2017 as a defensive participant.

He recorded 80 whole tackles, two interceptions– together with a pick-six — together with one sack and a compelled fumble.

Several followers and associates of Thomas shared their condolences on social media … together with his former mentor, Mario Winston, who posted an emotional message on Instagram.