UAB Football Player Daniel Mincey Charged with Attempted Murder After Allegedly Stabbing Teammates
UAB football player Daniel Mincey was charged with aggravated assault and attempted murder for allegedly stabbing two teammates before a game; both injured players are in stable condition.
UAB football player accused of stabbing 2 teammates before game
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Overview
- UAB football player Daniel Mincey was charged with aggravated assault and attempted murder after allegedly stabbing two teammates at the team's Football Operations Building before a game.
- The two UAB football players injured in the pre-game stabbing incident were reported to be in stable condition, receiving necessary medical care after the assault.
- Despite the serious incident and the arrest of a teammate, the UAB Blazers football team proceeded with their scheduled game against South Florida as planned.
- Daniel Mincey, identified as the suspect, is currently in custody, with an ongoing investigation taking place into the alleged stabbing involving multiple teammates.
- Counseling services were made available to the UAB football players following the arrest, addressing the emotional impact of the incident that preceded their game.
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"The stabbing occurred on campus at the football operations building."
Chicago Tribune"A University of Alabama at Birmingham football player stabbed two teammates Saturday morning hours before the team’s game against the University of South Florida, the university said in a statement."
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FAQ
Daniel Mincey is an offensive lineman who transferred to UAB in May and is a former Kentucky Wildcats reserve.
Daniel Mincey has been charged with aggravated assault and attempted murder following the alleged stabbing incident.
Both players who were stabbed are reported to be in stable condition and have received medical care at UAB hospital.
Yes, despite the incident and the arrest, the UAB football team proceeded with their scheduled game against South Florida as planned.
Counseling services were made available to UAB football players to address the emotional impact of the stabbing incident.
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