A Texas college basketball star was fatally shot while attending a pool party on Friday, officials said.
Jamarion “JoJo” Brown, 23, was shot in the head at the party in Camp County and was rushed to a hospital, where he succumbed.
Two other people were injured in the shooting, police said. 17-year-old Onterrian Jamour Newton has since been charged with murder.
Brown played as a guard for the Henderson State Reddies. The team paid tributes to the late star in a statement earlier this week.
“Jo spent just one season in Arkadelphia, but his impact on our campus was profound.”
“His warmth and welcoming personality made him one of the most recognizable and respected students at Henderson State among not only his peers, but by faculty and staff as well.”
“His smile lit up a room, and his dedication and care for his friends shone through in all of his daily interactions. Between the lines, Jo was a fiery competitor and a beloved teammate.”
