49ers' Keion White Shot After Altercation with Rapper Lil Baby

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San Francisco 49ers defensive end Keion White was shot early Monday morning after an altercation at a Mission Street nightclub that also involved rapper Lil Baby. Police responded to reports of shots fired at around 4:06 a.m. and found White suffering from a gunshot wound to his left leg. The investigation remains ongoing, and no arrests have been made.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential risks and challenges professional athletes can face when out in public, especially in high-profile interactions with other celebrities. It also raises questions about security protocols at nightclubs and the need for better conflict de-escalation measures to prevent violence.

The details

According to the police report, a witness said Lil Baby's entourage attempted to enter White's private event area, leading to a verbal dispute between White and the rapper. While the witness went upstairs to ask management for help, he reported hearing two gunshots. White was found suffering from a gunshot wound, but he declined to cooperate with officers when asked who shot him. Police recovered shell casings from both a 9mm and a .45-caliber weapon at the scene.

• The incident occurred late Sunday night into the early hours of Monday, around 4:06 a.m.

What’s next

The police investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not identified a suspect or made any arrests in the shooting. The 49ers have not commented on the incident.