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The Division II basketball player is dead after being shot in the head at a pool party.
Jamarion Brown of Henderson was killed in an injury last week at the age of 23, according to the Camp County Sheriff's Office.
Jamarion Brown of Henderson State finished his first season with the Reddies in the past year. (Henderson State)
“It is a deep sadness that Henderson State track and field lament the death of junior men's basketball student-athlete Jamarion Brown,” the university said in an online statement. “Joe only spent one season at Arcadelphia, but his impact on our campus was profound. ”
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“There are no words to express our sadness towards Jamalion's family, friends and teammates,” added Coach Jimmy Elgus. “Joe's influence was felt not only on the basketball court, but on the entire fabric at Henderson State, and we all saddened together.
KLTV reported that authorities responded to a pool party in Camp County, Texas, after multiple phones reported the shooting. Henderson was seriously injured, but others who were injured suffered life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Brown, 23, averaged 6.5 points and 3.6 rebounds this past season. (Henderson State)
A helicopter arrived at the scene, but Brown was too injured to fly away immediately. He was taken to a nearby hospital and then to another hospital in Tyler, where he was declared dead.
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The Camp County Sheriff's Office arrested 17-year-old Ontarian Jamour Newton in connection with a fatal shooting earlier this week. He is facing murder charges and other additional pending charges, law enforcement said.
Ontarian Jamour Newton, 17, has been arrested and faces murder charges and other pending charges, law enforcement said. (Camp County Sheriff's Office)
“He was a shining light for everyone who knew him. It reminded me of his warm spirit, his deep commitment to family and his passion for basketball,” Brown's obituary.
“Basketball was one of Jamarion's greatest passions, a game he played with heart, discipline and joy. His other passions were family. It was the center of his life and the source of his strength.
“His time with us was too short, but Jamalion's life was full of purpose and love. He left a lasting influence on countless precious memories and all who have the privilege of knowing him.”
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Brown averaged 6.5 points and 3.6 rebounds this past season. It was his first year with the Ladies after spending two years at Southwestern Christian College.
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