Washington State’s Brandon Gray shot in Pullman, in serious but stable condition

Sep 4, 2021; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars helmet sits during a game against the Utah State Aggies in the first half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 4, 2021; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars helmet sits during a game against the Utah State Aggies in the first half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /
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Washington State wide receiver Brandon Gray was shot near campus on Friday night. He is in serious but stable condition.

Washington State received some terrifying news regarding junior wide receiver Brandon Gray on Saturday.

Gray was shot near campus in Pullman, Wash. on early Saturday morning and transported to a Spokane hospital, according to police and school officials. Gray is in serious but stable condition. Liban A. Barre 23, was killed.

“We are aware of an incident involving WSU football student-athlete Brandon Gray that occurred last night in Pullman,” Washington State athletic director Pat Chun said in a statement. “Brandon was transported to a Spokane hospital where he is in serious but stable condition. Our thoughts and prayers are with Brandon and his family and friends. As this remains an open police investigation, we are not able to comment further at this time.”

Washington State wide receiver Brandon Gray is in serious, but stable condition

Per the Pullman police department’s report, the officers responded to noise complaints from a large party “with possibly 200 people in attendance.” That is when those officers reported hearing gunshots, where they found the two men with multiple gunshot wounds.

George A. Melvin III, 23, was arrested on second-degree assault charges. The investigation is still ongoing, per the police report.

We will continue to keep you updated on this story and Gray’s status.

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