WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – A Baylor Football athlete passed away after a shooting in Mississippi.

Baylor Athletics says it is devastated by the unexpected loss of Alex Foster, a freshman from Greenville, Mississippi. Alex tragically passed away in his home state.   

The Washington County Coroner’s Office confirmed to the Associated Press, ESPN, and the Clarion Ledger that Foster, 18, died after being shot early Wednesday morning.

Greenville Police told the outlets that officers were called to a reported shooting shortly after midnight and found a male victim inside his car with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital, where he later died.

This marked the second fatal shooting of a young person in Greenville this week. Greenville Mayor Errick Simmons called for a special City Council meeting on Wednesday, May 28 to declare a local State of Emergency and implement a citywide curfew.

Vice President and Director of Athletics Mack B. Rhoades, IV and Head Football Coach Dave Aranda have provided the following joint statement on behalf of Baylor Athletics. 

“We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Alex Foster, a beloved member of our football family. Our deepest condolences are with Alex’s family and all who loved him, as we lift them up in prayer now and in the days to come. In this time of deep sorrow, we draw strength from our faith, the love of the Baylor community, and the unbreakable bond forged through the game we love. Alex’s memory will forever be part of our hearts and this program.”

Mack B. Rhoades IV and Dave Aranda

Listed at 6-foot-5 and 292 pounds, Foster was rated by 247Sports as being among Mississippi’s top-20 prospects and 69th defensive lineman in the nation coming out of St. Joseph Catholic School.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.