News Summary
Three football players from East Carolina University have been suspended indefinitely after their arrest for discharging a firearm within city limits. Senior defensive lineman Jackson ‘J.D.’ Lampley, junior defensive lineman Preston Carr, and junior wide receiver Brock Spalding were involved in the incident, which began with reports of gunfire on Locust Drive. Although no injuries occurred, the players will miss crucial team activities as ECU prepares for its upcoming season. Legal implications are still under review as the investigation continues.
Greenville, North Carolina – Three football players from East Carolina University (ECU) have been suspended indefinitely following their arrest on Sunday morning, July 20, 2025. The players involved are senior defensive lineman Jackson “J.D.” Lampley, junior defensive lineman Preston Carr, and junior wide receiver Brock Spalding. They were apprehended by law enforcement after an incident involving the discharge of a firearm within city limits.
Greenville police received reports of gunfire coming from a residence on Locust Drive. Upon arrival at the scene, officers did indeed hear gunfire and made contact with Lampley and Carr, who openly admitted to shooting a firearm. In a separate development, Spalding initially resisted exiting the residence and subsequently faced additional charges for resisting, delaying, and obstructing officers. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of this incident, although the specific type of firearm used has not been disclosed.
In light of these developments, ECU’s athletic department confirmed the arrests and announced that the three players will not participate in any team activities while information on the incident continues to be gathered. This suspension comes at a critical time as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
Player Background and Impact
Lampley and Carr were projected to be key players for ECU’s defensive line in the upcoming season, with Lampley also being recognized as a preseason all-conference selection. Throughout his college career, Lampley has participated in 34 games, accumulating a total of 55 tackles, including 12.5 tackles for loss and six sacks. Carr, who played in two games last season, recorded two tackles during an encounter against Army.
Spalding, who has previously dealt with injuries and missed much of the 2024 season, is valued as a reserve wide receiver. Over the course of his career, he has participated in 21 games, making nine receptions for a total of 101 yards, alongside contributions in punt returns. The absence of these players could notably affect ECU’s roster, particularly as they gear up to face BYU in their fourth game of the season.
Upcoming Season Preparation
East Carolina is scheduled to kick off its 2025 season against NC State on August 28. The upcoming games will be crucial for the team, and the ongoing situation with Lampley, Carr, and Spalding adds an element of uncertainty to their preparations for the season.
All three players have been released after posting a $1,000 bond each, and while they currently face no additional charges, further legal action may be on the horizon as the investigation continues. Updates regarding the players’ suspensions and any further developments are expected as ECU navigates this challenging situation.
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- WITN: Police Arrest Three Men After Shooting Incident
- Google Search: East Carolina University Football News
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