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- Alabama A&M incorrectly reported that football player Medrick Burnett had died
- The university later issued a correction stating that Burnett was in critical condition but still alive
- Burnett was involved in a shooting incident that left him hospitalized
- The university expressed regret for the error and apologized for any confusion caused
- The article conveys a serious and somber tone, highlighting the gravity of the situation and the impact of the misinformation.
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Alabama A&M Football Players Death Incorrectly Reported And Then Retracted By School
Alabama A&M football player Medrick Burnett Jr. is alive, despite the school announcing his death.
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