Auburn running back Brian Battie in critical condition after shooting WSOC TV [Video]

SARASOTA, Fla. — Auburn’s running back Brian Battie is on a ventilator and is in critical condition after a weekend shooting in Sarasota, Florida, that killed his brother.

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The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said the shooting happened at around 3:30 a.m. Saturday at the Tallywood Centre Plaza.

Battie was among four victims who were transported to area hospitals. His brother, Tommie L. Battie IV, was pronounced dead at the scene, ESPN reported.

Auburn Coach Hugh Freeze posted to X/Twitter on Monday asking for prayers for his player.

The Sarasota Herald-Tribune and WFLA reported that Brian Battie was shot in the head, with sources saying that he was able to open his eyes on Saturday and move his hands after undergoing surgery.