SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — New video footage shows 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall being escorted to an ambulance moments after being shot in Union Square.

The 23-year-old was shot in the chest Saturday afternoon after a failed attempted armed robbery by who police say was a 17-year-old from Tracy.

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall released from hospital after being shot in San Francisco robbery attempt: team

“He was walking alone when a suspect approached him and attempted to commit an armed robbery using a gun,” said San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott. “A struggle between Mr. Pearsall and the suspect ensued and gunfire from the suspect’s gun struck both Mr. Pearsall and the subject.”

Pearsall was released from the hospital on Sunday, the 49ers said in a statement.

Ricky Pearsall, the San Francisco 49ers’ first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft who was shot during an alleged attempted robbery at San Francisco’s Union Square on Saturday, was released from the hospital on Sunday afternoon.

Pearsall was upgraded to “fair condition” early on Sunday, one day after the incident, and then the team announced that he had been released and was recovering from the “bullet wound to his chest” a few hours later.

Also on Sunday, Pearsall’s mother Erin Pearsall posted on Facebook that he was shot through the chest, but that the bullet did not hit any vital organs.

After the shooting, Pearsall was seen walking to the ambulance while covering a chest wound in a video posted by a KTVU reporter on social media.

Police told KTXL’s Sean Cunningham that Pearsall was shot after a struggle for the gun with a suspect, who was allegedly attempting to steal a Rolex watch while Pearsall was going to a signing event. The suspect, who is in custody, was also reportedly shot through the chest and is stable at San Francisco General Hospital, where Pearsall is being treated.

San Francisco mayor London Breed and chief of police William Scott both posted statements confirming and reacting to the news, which comes at a time when San Francisco crime is a contentious issue (year-to-date data currently shows robbery to be down 22%).

Scott later revealed in a news conference the suspect is a 17-year-old male from Tracy, California who is believed to have been alone. San Francisco district attorney Brooke Jenkins said the state will have his charges filed in juvenile court “at this time.”

Ricky Pearsall starred at Florida before Niners draft selection

The Niners selected Pearsall with the 31st overall pick of the draft, adding him to a wide receiver room that already included All-Pros Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel. Soon after the shooting was reported, Samuel tweeted that Pearsall is “good.”

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White, who played with Pearsall at Arizona State, also posted a response expressing shock.

Pearsall played at Arizona State and Florida in his college career, with 965 receiving yards and six total touchdowns in his final season with the Gators. He was mostly seen as a second-round prospect entering the draft, but was well-regarded for his route running and soft hands as a slot receiver.

Injuries had so far limited Pearsall’s first NFL training camp, spending time on the reserve/non-football injury list with a hamstring injury and working through a shoulder injury after his activation. It’s unclear how much time he will to miss due to his gunshot wound.

NEW DELHI: The chief minister of Tamil Nadu, M K Stalin, announced on Sunday that he has secured a Rs 400 crore investment from Ohmium in Chengalpattu district, which will create 500 jobs. This investment aims to nurture the ecosystem for green energy production and promote a sustainable future. Additionally, the Tamil Nadu government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google to set up Artificial Intelligence labs at Guidance to skill 2 million youngsters in AI.

“Another successful day in San Francisco! We’ve secured a Rs 400 crore investment from Ohmium in Chengalpattu district, creating 500 jobs. This marks a significant step in nurturing the ecosystem for green energy production and fuelling a sustainable future!” Stalin posted on X.
On Saturday, Tamil Nadu’s industries minister T R B Rajaa, highlighted the partnership with Google signed during CM Stalin’s visit to Google’s headquarters. The chief minister is currently on an official visit to the United States, aiming to secure support and investments for the state’s economic development.
“With #CMStalinInUS, Tamil Nadu is racing into a new era of tech #RnD, #semiconductors design and #AI!! On our visit to the @Google HQ today, we’ve signed an MoU to set up the ‘#TamilNaduAILabs’ at @Guidance_TN in #Chennai, in partnership with #Google!” Rajaa posted on X.
“With this partnership, we aim to skill 2 MILLION youngsters in AI via Naan Mudhalvan, collaborate with startups, and enable MSMEs and the rural economy. We want our youth to be a future-ready workforce,” he added.
These developments are part of chief minister MK Stalin’s efforts during his official visit to the United States, focussed on enhancing the prosperity and economic development of Tamil Nadu. The collaboration with Ohmium and Google reflects the state government’s commitment to advancing technology and green energy initiatives.