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FSU's Ethan Pritchard Released From Hospital, Moves to Jacksonville Rehab

His transfer begins a long rehabilitation after what authorities called a mistaken-identity shooting during a family drop-off.

Overview

  • Florida State said the freshman linebacker is alert, responsive and able to communicate after leaving Tallahassee Memorial Hospital for Brooks Rehabilitation in Jacksonville.
  • Pritchard was shot in the back of the head on Aug. 31 in Havana, Florida, while driving his aunt and a child home from a family gathering.
  • Four suspects were arrested last month in connection with the attack and face attempted murder and related charges, according to authorities.
  • Video posted to social media showed Seminoles teammates cheering as Pritchard was wheeled out for transport to the rehabilitation facility.
  • His father, Earl, thanked medical teams, coach Mike Norvell, law enforcement and supporters, noting they left the hospital together and that recovery will be lengthy.