BREAKING: A University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) football player, Daniel Mincey, has been charged with attempted murder and assault following the shocking stabbing of two teammates just hours before a critical home game against the University of South Florida on November 25, 2023. Court records from Jefferson County detail the alarming incident that unfolded at the Football Operations Building on campus.
According to the charges, Mincey allegedly used a knife to stab both defensive linemen, Joshua Underwood and JaSire Peterson. The motivation behind the attack remains unclear as court documents did not specify the circumstances leading up to the assault. Both injured players have since been released from the hospital and are recovering, confirmed interim head coach Alex Mortensen.
“This is a very sad day for UAB football and for UAB athletics,” stated UAB Athletic Director Mark Ingram during a press conference. The team decided to proceed with their final home game of the season, honoring graduating seniors, despite several players choosing to sit out.
Mincey, a 20-year-old offensive lineman and redshirt freshman from Pompano Beach, Florida, had previously played at the University of Kentucky. The incident has sent shockwaves through the UAB community, raising concerns over the safety and well-being of student-athletes.
“We are focused on providing support and counseling services to our players during this challenging time,” Mortensen added. The team suffered a heavy 48-18 defeat to South Florida, dropping their record to 3-8 this season, with only one win in the American Conference.
As authorities continue their investigation, the UAB community is left grappling with the implications of this violent incident. Fans and fellow students are encouraged to keep Underwood and Peterson in their thoughts, as they navigate their recovery. The last game of the season is scheduled for November 29 against Tulsa, where the team will seek to finish on a high note amidst the turmoil.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
