Texan WR tank Dell shot down in FL nightclub, hitting 10 people

Tank Dell was injured in a shooting at a Florida nightclub on Saturday evening… after the 23-year-old wide receiver was caught in the crossfire.

Fortunately, the former third-round draft pick (2023) suffered only minor injuries, according to his organization.

“We have been made aware that Tank Dell was the victim of a shooting last night in Sanford, Florida. He suffered a minor wound but has been released from the hospital and is in good spirits,” the Texans said in a statement on Sunday. afternoon.

“We are in contact with him and his family and will provide further updates as necessary, but we ask that you respect his privacy at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved in the incident.”

The bar, Cabana Live, located about 30 minutes from Orlando, was hosting a private party Saturday evening/Sunday morning when the gunfire broke out.

While much about the incident remains unclear, a 16-year-old was arrested and charged with attempted murder, as well as several other charges, according to the Seminole County Sheriff’s Department. The incident began with a verbal altercation, according to police, before gunfire erupted.

All told, 10 people, including Dell, were injured.

Dell has had a very productive rookie season despite suffering a leg injury in December. Tank caught 47 balls for 709 yards and 7 touchdowns.