Press Article: Brooklyn Park Football Player Shot, Leaves Future in Jeopardy
In a tragic turn of events, Michael Blidi Jr., a promising football player from Brooklyn Park, was shot outside his family’s home, leaving him paralyzed from the knees down. The shooting occurred around 12:30 a.m. on the 6000 block of Garwood Road, where he was standing on the sidewalk when a vehicle pulled up. An unidentified suspect exited the car and fired a single shot, hitting Blidi in the abdomen before fleeing the scene.
Blidi had recently received a full scholarship to play football at Iowa Central Community College, following his stint at Stonehill College in Massachusetts. His family has initiated a GoFundMe campaign to support him through this devastating incident.
Graduating from Milton Hershey High School in Pennsylvania, Blidi’s bright future in sports has now been overshadowed by this violence. The Brooklyn Park police are actively investigating the shooting, although no arrests have been made. Community members rally in support, reflecting on the profound impact of this incident on Blidi’s life and promising athletic career.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains hopeful for justice and encourages support for Blidi and his family during this challenging time.
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