College Volleyball Player Mariam Creighton Dead At 21
Albany State University volleyball player Mariam Creighton was tragically killed in a nightclub shooting in Atlanta over the weekend. She was just 21 years old.
The Atlanta Police Department reported that the incident occurred around 2:28 AM on Sunday, when officers responded to gunfire at the Elleven45 establishment.
First responders found six people shot, two of whom were pronounced dead at the scene—Creighton and 20-year-old Nakyris Ridley.
“Preliminary investigation indicates the shooting occurred during a physical dispute at the location that escalated to gunfire,” the APD stated.
Creighton was a member of the ASU Golden Rams volleyball team and was one semester away from graduating from the HBCU with a biology degree.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of one of our student-athletes,” ASU Golden Rams officials said in a statement.
“The Golden Ram athletics community extends heartfelt condolences to Mari’s family, friends, and teammates during this incredibly difficult time.”
Creighton’s family shared that she was at the club on Sunday celebrating her niece’s birthday.
“It’s just senseless,” said Creighton’s sister, Tiffany. “My sister was just out having a good time, and now our lives are forever altered.
” The Elleven45 club expressed its devastation over the tragedy and pledged to cooperate fully with the investigation. ”
In these challenging times, our commitment to the security and safety of our community has only strengthened. We are dedicated to maintaining an environment where everyone feels secure.”
“Our hearts go out to all those impacted, and we extend our deepest sympathies to the individuals and families who have suffered loss and injury,” the club added.
College Volleyball Player Mariam Creighton Dead At 21
