Former Houston safety Earl Foster shot and killed in Texas
Earl Foster, a safety who played four seasons for UH, was pronounced dead at the scene at a gas station in the 8000 block of the East Freeway, after getting shot on Tuesday Night.
A female companion was transported to a local hospital in critical condition.
The double shooting was reported about 9:30 p.m. Police said the victims appeared to have been shot elsewhere, but were able to stop at the gas station to ask for help.
Foster was a safety and played in 49 games for the Cougars from 2012-15. He was a member of the 2015 conference championship team.
We are saddened by the passing of former Houston letterman Earl Foster. Our thoughts and prayers are with Earl’s family and friends during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/XcUsO29Pi8
— Houston Football (@UHCougarFB) April 2, 2020
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