Chace Calicut, a highly regarded safety from North Shore High School in Houston, Texas, has been arrested and charged with a violent driving incident that resulted in aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Calicut, along with Isaiah Phillip, a fellow teen from Galena Park, was involved in the altercation, which escalated into serious charges.
The Incident
According to FOX 26 Houston, the event occurred on July 6 and involved Calicut driving aggressively alongside another vehicle, forcing the other driver to stop abruptly. Court documents reveal that after the initial encounter, Calicut continued to drive erratically in front of and next to the other car.
During this incident, the teen driver reportedly saw Phillip in Calicut’s vehicle, holding a handgun and aiming it toward him. Although the teen managed to escape, gunshots were fired, and the victim later reported hearing multiple shots.
A friend of the teen driving behind the car confirmed that they saw Phillip shooting from the window as they sped away.
Tragic Outcome
In a tragic update, FOX 26 Houston reported that Isaiah Phillip was shot and killed at a party the weekend following the violent driving incident. At least three teens were struck by gunfire during the altercation, with multiple shooters reportedly involved.
However, details about the shooting remain limited, and authorities have not released further information at this time.
Court Documents and Allegations
Court documents suggest that the conflict between Calicut and the other teen had been ongoing for months, with the victim stating that Calicut had been threatening him at school and over FaceTime calls. The violent driving incident was just one of the tensions that culminated in the tragic events.
Calicut’s Football Career
Before these charges, Calicut had been gaining attention as one of the top safety prospects in the 2026 class. The 6-3 athlete had been recruited by major programs, including Michigan, Texas, Ole Miss, and Alabama. Ultimately, Calicut committed to the University of Georgia, joining coach Kirby Smart’s talented roster.
Chace Calicut’s promising football career is now overshadowed by the violent charges against him. The situation has stunned both the local community and the wider sports world, as Calicut was expected to make an impact on the college football scene.
The investigation continues, and more information may be revealed as authorities look deeper into the case.
