Marshall redshirt freshman defensive tackle Larry Aaron, 19, has died after being hit in the back by stray gunfire during a New Year's Eve party in Severn, Maryland, the school confirmed on Thursday.
"Marshall University lost a very special young man today and it has shocked and saddened us all," Marshall coach Doc Holliday said in a statement released by the school. "Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Larry Aaron's family and friends, many of whom were his fellow Thundering Herd teammates. His loss will be felt in every corner of our program and his spirit will never be forgotten.