News Summary
Ethan Carter, a recent high school graduate from Hudsonville, was hospitalized after being shot multiple times during an attempted robbery in Birmingham, Alabama. The shooting occurred as Carter was trying to buy a firearm he had found online. He sustained serious injuries but is recovering in the hospital. The Birmingham Police Department is investigating the incident, which raised concerns about the safety of online firearm transactions. Carter’s family remains hopeful for his recovery, and he plans to return to football at Davenport University after healing.
Birmingham, Alabama –
Ethan Carter, an 18-year-old graduate of Hudsonville High School, was hospitalized on Saturday night after being shot multiple times during an attempted robbery in Birmingham, Alabama. The attack occurred just before 6:00 p.m., near Winchester Drive and Ridgewood Circle, where Carter was meeting individuals he had connected with online for a firearm purchase.
Carter sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including serious injuries to his head, throat, chest, hand, and arm. Out of 24 shots fired at close range, seven bullets struck him. His family reports that his survival is a miracle, attributing it largely to his defensive actions which included attempting to shield himself with his arm. After being shot, Carter managed to escape the car and seek help.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the assailant stole Carter’s belongings from his vehicle and then set the car on fire. As Carter recuperates in the hospital, safety measures have been taken due to the potential risk from those involved in the shooting. His hospital room has been designated a fake name, and he is receiving treatment under the watch of a security detail. Initially listed in serious condition, Carter has shown signs of improvement, being conscious and responsive, although reports indicate he has bruising on his brain and may require hand surgery.
Carter had recently graduated from Hudsonville High School and was set to play football at Davenport University this fall. He was in Alabama participating in a sports training program, a commitment he had made since eighth grade. However, it has been noted that Carter had previously associated with individuals in the wrong crowd, raising concerns about his safety during the firearm transaction gone wrong.
The Birmingham Police Department is currently investigating the shooting but has not made any arrests. They have cautioned the public to be wary of unsafe firearm transactions, particularly those facilitated through social media platforms. The Police Department is encouraging anyone with further information regarding the robbery and shooting to contact the Birmingham Police Department’s Robbery Unit or Crime Stoppers.
As Carter begins to recover from his injuries, he is expressing gratitude for his survival and has plans to volunteer at his former high school’s football practice shortly after being discharged from the hospital. He remains optimistic about his ability to return to the football field at Davenport University despite the challenges posed by his injuries.
The Hudsonville High School Football Committee has requested prayers for the Carter family as they navigate this painful time, emphasizing community support during his recovery process. Family, friends, and teammates are rallying together, hopeful for a positive outcome as Ethan Carter continues to fight through his injuries.
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