Police arrived to find Hernandez unresponsive inside the vehicle, with Cook still at the crime scene with a gunshot wound. Efforts to revive Hernandez were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Cook’s mother, Tateanna Price, spoke with the Miami Herald to confirm her son’s involvement in the shooting, adding that her daughter had also been injured in the incident. Price said:
Police believe the incident occurred following a failed marijuana deal, wherein Cook attempted to leave without paying for the drugs. However, attorneys for Cook claimed that he shot the victim in self defense.
Hernandez’s father, Orlando, was home at the time and rushed to his son’s aid after hearing shots. He said:
Orlando added:
Dalvin Cook’s NFL career
Dalvin Cook is a Florida State legend who finished his NCAA career as the leading rusher in school history. Cook racked up 4,464 yards and 46 rushing touchdowns, during three seasons with the Seminoles.
Those achievements convinced the Minnesota Vikings to make him their second-round selection in the 2017 NFL Draft.
During his first season in Minnesota, Cook suffered a devastating knee injury in Week 4, which cut short his rookie year. He made his return the following year, but again injuries limited him to 10 games.
However, in the last three seasons, Cook has managed to make it onto the field on a more regular basis. When active, Cook is arguably one of the top running backs in the NFL. He has managed to produce over 1000 rushing yards every year since 2019, despite never having completed an entire season.
If the Vikings can keep Cook fit for an entire season, then look for him to challenge that vaunted 2000-yard mark.
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