LSU Freshman Arrested for Allegedly Hiding Two Murder Suspects in His Dorm

LSU Freshman Arrested for Allegedly Hiding Two Murder Suspects in His Dorm

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A Louisiana State University (LSU) football player, JT Lindsey, voluntarily turned himself in to campus police on Friday, Aug. 8, after a warrant was issued for his arrest in connection with two murder suspects who allegedly took refuge in his dorm room while fleeing from the authorities.

Lindsey, a freshman running back for the LSU Tigers, was arrested following the discovery of two suspects, Shemell Jacobs, 17, and Keldrick Jordan, 18, who had been hiding in his dorm room. The U.S. Marshals Service apprehended Jacobs and Jordan on Monday, Aug. 4, after they were found at Lindsey’s LSU campus residence.

Murder Suspects on the Run

Jacobs and Jordan are wanted for their alleged involvement in the May murder of a 17-year-old in Alexandria, Louisiana. The police had been actively searching for the suspects before they were found at the dorm.

While an arrest warrant against Lindsey alleges that he knowingly aided the two suspects, his attorney, Kris Perret, maintained that the LSU football player had no knowledge of the suspects’ criminal activities while they stayed in his dorm.

Weapons Found in Dorm

In addition to the arrest of Jacobs and Jordan, authorities found several weapons in the dorm room, including two AR-15 rifles, a Draco, and a Glock. This discovery further heightened the severity of the case.

Despite these findings, Lindsey’s defense attorney insisted that the player had no idea that his guests were wanted by the police or involved in any criminal acts.

Suspension and Ongoing Investigation

The LSU football team, in response to the charges against Lindsey, confirmed that he has been suspended from team activities while the investigation continues. The team spokesperson declined further comment, citing respect for the ongoing legal process.

According to the arrest warrant, however, the charges against Lindsey suggest that he was aware of Jacobs and Jordan’s criminal status and had “knowingly harbored and aided” the suspects. Lindsey is now facing two felony counts of being an accessory after the fact to second-degree murder.

Lindsey’s Football Career

Before the arrest, Lindsey was considered one of the top running back recruits in the country. He was ranked No. 7 overall in the nation and No. 4 among recruits from Louisiana, according to recruiting site 247 Sports.

The investigation continues, and Lindsey’s involvement in the case has left both the LSU football program and local authorities shaken. The university and its football program are expected to remain silent until more details emerge from the ongoing legal proceedings.

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