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Athlete Shot, Faces Life Without Walking
30 Mar
Summary
- Senior athlete Seth Jackson was shot while defending a friend.
- He sustained life-threatening injuries and is permanently disabled.
- The community is rallying to support his family's medical costs.
A tragic shooting has left Richardson High School senior Seth Jackson with life-altering injuries. The aspiring college athlete was shot several days ago while attempting to help a friend being attacked by a group of teenagers. The bullet has rendered him permanently disabled from the waist down, a devastating outcome following three surgeries in as many days.
Jackson, described by his father as a straight-A student, athlete, and dedicated worker, had recently committed to the University of Houston for the fall semester. His family had even secured a lease for an apartment near his future campus, marking a hopeful new chapter that has now been irrevocably changed by gun violence.
With Seth still hospitalized and facing a lengthy recovery, including a stint at an inpatient rehabilitation facility, his family is grappling with immense uncertainty. A fundraising page has been established to support the Jacksons with mounting medical bills, daily expenses, and other costs associated with Seth's long-term care and transition back home. Prayers for healing and peace are also being sought for the family during this incredibly challenging time.
