By Anthony Caruso III | Publisher
The father of Otis Anderson Jr. has been charged with his murder. According to police, Otis Anderson Sr. has been charged with first-degree murder in his son’s death.
He made an initial court appearance on Tuesday. Anderson Sr. is also facing a first-degree attempted murder charge of his wife Denise Anderson.
The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that the incident began when Anderson Sr. was bitten by a dog that belonged to Anderson Jr.’s girlfriend. This made him upset, which led to an altercation.
Anderson Jr. was shot once in the chest, according to the police. Denise Anderson had graze wounds. Both people were transported to the hospital before the 23-year-old former college football player passed away.
Denise Anderson has been released following the hospital visit.
“We have now confirmed and are devastated to hear of the passing of Otis Andreson Jr.,” UCF Athletics wrote in a statement. “He was revered by his teammates, our fans, and everyone within Knight Nation. Our deepest condolences go out to everyone who loved Otis. He was taken too soon and will truly be missed.”
Anderson Sr. is now expected to be back in court on December 22nd. This family has been destroyed by the actions of this one man, who could potentially spend the rest of his life behind bars.
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