49ers' Ricky Pearsall Released from Hospital After Shooting in Attempted Robbery

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San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was released from the hospital on Sunday, just a day after being shot during an attempted robbery in San Francisco. Pearsall, who was struck in the chest, is recovering well after the bullet exited through his back without hitting vital organs, according to an update from his mother, Erin Pearsall, shared on Facebook.

The 23-year-old athlete was attacked on Saturday afternoon in the Union Square area while walking alone. San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott confirmed that Pearsall and the 17-year-old suspect were both hospitalized following the incident, which involved multiple gunshots.

In a heartfelt Facebook post, Erin Pearsall expressed gratitude for her son's protection, stating, "He is in good spirits right now. Life is so precious my friends. Please love each other." The 49ers organization, along with Pearsall's family, thanked the San Francisco Police Department, emergency responders, and hospital staff for their support.

Pearsall, drafted by the 49ers in April, had been dealing with minor injuries during training camp but is expected to continue his recovery away from the field.