Utah State cornerback Andre Seldon Jr. has died after an apparent drowning at a reservoir in Utah, school officials announced.
A search for Seldon began Saturday afternoon, per the Cache County Sheriff's Office. It took place at Porcupine Reservoir after callers reported a young man who had been cliff diving and did not resurface. That individual, unfortunately, turned out to be Seldon.
His body was recovered later that evening after an extensive search by a professional dive team and a helicopter from the Utah Department of Public Safety.
"Our investigation leads us to believe this is a tragic accident as multiple witnesses recount the same information," the Cache County Sheriff's Office said.
The Utah State University community is mourning the death of football student-athlete Andre Seldon Jr.
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Seldon just transferred to Utah State earlier this year. He spent the past two seasons at New Mexico State, playing under Nate Dreiling, now Utah State's interim coach and defensive coordinator.
"Our football program is heartbroken to have to endure the loss of one of our own," Dreiling said in a statement released by the school. "Having had a previous relationship with Andre during our time together at New Mexico State, I can tell you he was an incredible person and teammate. Our condolences and prayers go out to Andre's family as we grieve with them over this tremendous loss."
Seldon spent two years at Michigan before transferring to New Mexico State. A team captain with the Aggies, he appeared in 28 games overall, recording 98 tackles and a pair of interceptions. He starred at Belleville High School in Michigan before embarking on his college career.
"Our Utah State University Athletics family is devastated over the sudden death of Andre Seldon Jr.," Utah State vice president and director of athletics Diana Sabau said in a statement. "We extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, teammates, and all who loved Andre."
