Keion White, a defensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers, was shot in the ankle in the early hours of Monday, just hours after the Super Bowl, which took place at Levi’s Stadium in nearby Santa Clara. The 49ers confirmed the incident in a statement, indicating that White was undergoing surgery for his injury at a local hospital. The nature of the injury has been described as non-life-threatening, and updates are expected to be issued by the team as they become available.

The incident occurred at approximately 4 AM when San Francisco police responded to a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found White injured from an apparent gunshot wound. According to police, the initial investigation revealed that an altercation had taken place between two groups inside a business before shots were fired, leading to White being struck. Despite the serious nature of gun violence, the police have not yet made any arrests in connection with this incident.

This incident marks a troubling trend, as White is the second player from the 49ers to be shot in San Francisco in the past 18 months. The team will likely face increased scrutiny regarding player safety and community relations in the wake of this shooting, particularly in light of the ongoing concerns about gun violence in urban areas. As investigations continue, the team and the community await further developments regarding both White's recovery and the circumstances surrounding the shooting incident.