High School Football Star Dies in Car Crash Just Days Before His College Debut with Tulane
Deontavis Cooper, an 18-year-old high school football star, tragically died in a car accident in Florida just days before his college debut with Tulane University. The single-car crash occurred on May 23, resulting in Cooper being ejected from the vehicle and dying at the scene. He was remembered for his leadership and positive spirit, having recently led his high school team to state championships.
- ▪Deontavis Cooper died in a single-car accident in Tallahassee, Florida.
- ▪He was set to begin practice as an offensive lineman at Tulane University this fall.
- ▪Two other passengers were hospitalized in critical condition after the crash.
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