Titans WR O.J. Murdock Tragic Suicide – Dies at Age 25

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It is with great sadness that we report on the passing of Orenthal James “O.J.” Murdock, wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans. Murdock died Monday, July 30, 2012 in front of his alma mater, Middleton High School, in Tampa Bay, Florida as the result of an apparent self-inflicted gun shot wound. He was 25 years old.

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Titans WR O.J. Murdock

We must remember that suicide is also an act of violence- upon oneself. In fact, approximately 50% of deaths due to violence per year are attributed to suicide. While all suicides can not be prevented, we can work, as a community, to minimize them, just as we strive to assuage the violence to which fans subject one another in the stands.

As football fans, advocates against violence and human beings, our deepest condolences are extended to the Murdock family, the Tennessee Titans organization and Mr. Murdock’s fans. He displayed immense talent and potential during his brief life, and he will be missed by many.

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Anna Mohr

About Anna Mohr

Anna studied government and politics at St. John's University and currently works as a paralegal based in New York City. She became involved in the fight against violence in early 2012, after her brother James became the victim of a brutal beating following a New York Jets game. Anna is a lifelong Mets and Jets fan, and enjoys attending games with her brothers and close friends. She also enjoys writing, and hopes that through her contributions and continued work with FAV people may once again feel safe in the stands.

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