University Alabama A Birmingham football player allegedly stabbed two teammates Saturday morning, hours before the team's game against the University of South Florida, the university said in a statement.
“UAB’s top priority remains the safety and well-being of all our students,” the statement said. “Given patient confidentiality and the ongoing investigation, we have no further comment at this time.”
Both injured players are in stable condition, and the teammate suspected of stabbing them is in custody, the report said. The university has not named the players involved.
“We are pleased to report that the two players injured in the incident this morning at the Football Operations Building are in stable condition,” UAB said. “Our thoughts are with them and their families as they recover. The suspect – another player – remains in custody and investigations are ongoing.”
AL.com reports. The suspect has been charged with aggravated assault and attempted murder.
The team decided to play the day's game at the Protective Stadium in Birmingham, where 29 players were honored on Senior Day. Interim head coach Alex Mortensen said a small number of players decided not to play after the incident. UAB lost the game to South Florida 48–18.
