stAte football player murder.

It's been a sad, sad offseason thus far. Condolences to the young man's family and stAte.

Markel Owens

http://www.arkansasmatters.com/story/sou...9fhRI84mUA

(01-16-2014 11:19 AM)wcd35 Wrote:  Markel Owens

http://www.arkansasmatters.com/story/sou...9fhRI84mUA

Tragic to lose a person this way, especially one so young.

(01-16-2014 11:17 AM)slappycajun Wrote:  stAte football player murder.

It's been a sad, sad offseason thus far. Condolences to the young man's family and stAte.

Sad story. Prayers for his family.

Sad news, condolences to his family both personal and football families


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Very sad news this morning. The JR and SR class at stAte has seen more tragedy and triumph in their football careers than most. They will have to rally once again.

RIP. Condolences to family and friends. Sad.

From reading the reports, two armed men entered his apartment demanding cash. When his father attempted to stop the gunmen, he joined in, and was shot. His father was murdered as well and the Mother was seriously injured.

Police believe that the gunmen knew that there was cash in the apartment, and made out with most of it.

ASU is expected to release an official statement momentarily.

JONESBORO, Ark. (1/16/14) – Arkansas State University student Markel Owens died last night in his hometown of Jackson, Tenn., where civil authorities have confirmed his passing. A business management major, Markel was a three-year letterman on the Arkansas State football team who had just completed his redshirt junior season in 2013.

The Arkansas State Athletics Department is still in the process of gathering details surrounding Markel’s passing.

“Our worst fears were realized as an athletics department after being notified early this morning about the unfortunate news about Markel,” said Director of Athletics Terry Mohajir. “We're deeply sadden and our utmost sympathies go out to his family, teammates and classmates. Please join me in prayer for so many people who are being impacted by the loss of Markel.”

“Markel was a part of our Red Wolves family, and it is obvious he was a well-liked and respected member of our team who will be missed,” said head football coach Blake Anderson. “We are doing everything possible to comfort his teammates, and we extend our compassion to his family during this difficult time.”

For those grieving, Arkansas State students are reminded that counseling is available through the Arkansas State Counseling Center located in the second floor of the Reng Student Union; phone 870-972-2318.

http://www.thv11.com/news/article/294870...-as-a-hero

Police are calling Owens a hero, saying he probably saved his Mothers life.