Teen charged in San Francisco shooting of 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall

On August 31, a 17-year-old high school senior was involved in a shooting incident with San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall in Union Square. The teenager allegedly attempted to rob Pearsall at gunpoint, targeting him for his Rolex watch and other expensive jewelry. During the confrontation, a struggle ensued, resulting in gunfire that injured both Pearsall and the teenager, who was shot in the arm. Pearsall was hospitalized but released the next day and returned to his team's facility shortly after. The teenager was arrested nearby shortly after the incident and has been charged with attempted murder, assault with a semiautomatic weapon, and attempted second-degree robbery. San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins is considering whether to try the minor as an adult, pending further investigation. California law requires judicial approval for such a decision. The defense attorney, Bob Dunlap, argues that new video evidence suggests the incident was an attempted robbery rather than attempted murder. He claims the footage shows an extended struggle where Pearsall gained the upper hand, supporting the defense's position. This evidence has been shared with prosecutors, who are reviewing it as part of the ongoing case. Pearsall's mother reported that the bullet struck her son’s chest but did not hit any vital organs, allowing for a quick recovery. He was present at the team's season opener shortly after the incident, where he honored first responders who assisted him during the shooting.