– Brian Battie shooting Sarasota
– Auburn’s Brian Battie critical condition.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
SARASOTA, Fla. –
Sarasota-born Auburn University football running back, Brian Battie, has been identified as one of the five victims of a tragic shooting incident that took place in a shopping plaza parking lot in Sarasota in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The 22-year-old athlete was rushed to the hospital in critical condition after sustaining a gunshot wound to his head.
Auburn Football Head Coach, Hugh Freeze, took to social media on Monday afternoon to provide an update on Brian Battie’s condition, revealing that the young player was still on a ventilator.
Brian Battie, who attended both Sarasota High School and Braden River High School, where he excelled as a running back on the football teams, began his collegiate football career at the University of South Florida before transferring to Auburn last season, where he made a name for himself as the top kick returner.
Tragically, Brian Battie’s 24-year-old brother, Tommie Battie IV, also fell victim to the shooting and was pronounced dead. Tommie Battie IV, a former running back at Braden River High School, leaves behind a devastated family and community.
Three other individuals involved in the incident were also hospitalized, their conditions currently unknown. The shooting took place at the Tallywood Centre Plaza in the 3400 block of 17th St., according to Sarasota County deputies.
Courtesy: The Battie Family
Law enforcement authorities responded to the scene around 3:30 a.m. following reports of a large group of people gathered in the plaza’s parking lot.
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In response to this tragic event, a GoFundMe campaign has been set up by the brother’s godparents to support the Battie family during this difficult time.
The campaign description reads, “On May 18, 2024, the Battie family received heartbreaking news that Tommie and Brian were victims of a senseless shooting. We are deeply saddened by the unexpected loss of Tommie Battie IV (Pooh) and are praying for Brian’s full recovery. Losing a child so suddenly is unimaginable, and the family is facing emotional and financial challenges. We ask for your support to help cover unforeseen expenses and medical bills.”
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has not provided any updates on potential arrests related to the incident as of Monday afternoon.
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Auburn Brian Battie critical condition deadly shooting Sarasota.
