Authorities also shared that before his death, he’d reached out to his family through text to say goodbye, police told dispatchers, according to audio reviewed by People, adding, “They’re concerned for his welfare.”
Hours after the tragedy, Kneeland’s family issued a statement saying they were “still processing the depth of our grief.”
“As Marshawn was making his mark on the football field with the Dallas Cowboys, he held an even more special place off the field—as a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, grandson, and friend,” the Facebook statement read. “His light shone brightly in every life he touched, and his spirit will continue to live on through the countless hearts he inspired.”
For a look back at Kneeland’s life, keep reading.
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