Utah State University announced that cornerback Andre Seldon Jr. drowned in a reservoir in Utah on Saturday. He was 22 years old.
search Seldon Jr. Things started at Porcupine Reservoir on Saturday afternoon after a call came in saying a college football player had been seen diving off a cliff and then failed to resurface, according to the Cache County Sheriff's Office. ESPN.
According to the media, after a lengthy search involving helicopters and dive teams from the Utah Department of Public Safety, Seldon's body was found at 9:05 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. (RELATED: LSU player Javien Tobiano arrested on video voyeurism charges, suspended by Tigers: Report)
“Multiple witnesses spoke of the same information and after an investigation we believe this was a tragic accident,” the Cache County Sheriff's Office told ESPN.
Seldon had 37 solo tackles (16 assists), one forced fumble and one interception for the New Mexico State Aggies after transferring through the portal in 2023. He was also a team captain.
The Utah State University community is mourning the loss of football student-athlete Andre Seldon Jr.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/cIScmcewp5
— USU Football (@USUFootball) July 21, 2024
Seldon transferred to Utah State in early 2024 after spending the past two seasons at New Mexico State.
He was set to start classes at Utah State University this fall.
“The Utah State University athletics department is saddened by the sudden passing of Andre Seldon Jr.,” said Diana Sabau, Utah State University vice president and director of athletics. Official Statement“We offer our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to Andre's family, friends, teammates and all who loved him.”
