The funeral for Devin Willock takes place today in his native New Jersey. The 20 year-old Georgia Bulldog football player was killed in the January 15 car crash that also claimed the life of 24 year-old UGA recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy, who was laid to rest after last week’s funeral in her hometown of Toccoa. Two other people were injured in the accident that happened on Barnett Shoals Road in Athens.
UGA says it is investigating. Athletic Director Josh Brooks issued a statement earlier this week.
“Out of respect for the families involved, we have refrained from making any public statements up to this point regarding the circumstances of the tragic accident that claimed two lives and injured two members of our campus community,” Brooks’ statement reads. “However, we want the public to know that the Athletic Department is conducting a thorough review, in coordination with appropriate legal counsel, to fully understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. We want to emphasize that these individuals were not engaged in Athletic Department duties around the time of this incident.
“Our review is preliminary at this time, and the Athletic Department is fully cooperating with law enforcement officials to determine all the facts surrounding this tragedy. Coach Smart and I are also actively reviewing relevant football policies, and at the conclusion of that review, we will take steps to implement any improvements in our policies and procedures that may be needed. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the families and friends of all those impacted by this tragic event.”
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