Family of Slain Northwestern State Football Player Announces Potential Lawsuit; University Cancels Season, Coach Resigns

Family alleges university and coach's failure to protect player after former roommate threatened him; no murder charges filed yet as death investigation continues.

The family of Ronald Caldwell Jr., the slain Northwestern State University football player, has announced potential litigation against both the university and former coach Brad Laird, alleging failure to protect Caldwell Jr. following threats from his former roommate.
Northwestern State University has cancelled the remainder of its 2023 football season and coach Brad Laird has resigned in the wake of Caldwell Jr.'s death.
Caldwell Jr. was shot and killed on October 12 at his apartment complex, The Quad, three days after his father alleges he notified Coach Laird of a threatening incident with Caldwell's roommate.
No murder charges have been filed as of yet, but Caldwell Jr.'s roommate and a former Northwestern State teammate have been arrested in connection with the death.
The team's legal representation is waiting for the completion of the investigation into Caldwell Jr.'s death before formally proceeding with any potential legal action.