West VA State University student-athlete killed on Wednesday

A West Virginia State University student-athlete was fatally shot a day before the Yellow Jackets’ home opener, according to investigators. Jyilek Harrington, a 21-year-old senior linebacker from Charlotte, North Carolina, was killed Wednesday, police said. Charleston police said officers responded to a disturbance call at an apartment complex in the 700 block of Regency Drive about 8:30 p.m. and found Harrington suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Police said live saving measures proved to be unsuccessful. The shooting remains under investigation as police said no suspect has been identified. Anyone with information may contact investigators by calling 304-348-6480 or emergency dispatchers at 304-348-8111.