A father and his teenage son have been arrested for allegedly plotting to kill a man, but police say the victim was an innocent football star, Christopher Wilson Jr., who had committed to play at West Virginia University in 2027.
According to authorities, the suspects, identified as Dairus Thompson II and his son, targeted the wrong person. Wilson, a beloved high school football standout, was remembered by his community as a promising athlete with a bright future.
The incident occurred on November 3, 2026, and has shocked the local sports community. Wilson's commitment to West Virginia University highlighted his potential at the collegiate level.
