NFL Star GUNNED DOWN Hours After Super Bowl

San Francisco’s public safety crisis claimed another victim just hours after the Super Bowl, when 49ers defensive lineman Keion White was shot in the ankle at a Mission District nightclub—marking the second time in 18 months a team player has been gunned down in a city that liberals insist is perfectly safe.

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49ers player Keion White shot in ankle at 4 a.m. Monday after hosting post-Super Bowl party at San Francisco nightclub
Second 49ers player shot in San Francisco within 18 months, following Ricky Pearsall’s 2024 armed robbery shooting
Shooting followed verbal altercation involving rapper Lil Baby; suspect remains at large with no arrests made
White underwent successful surgery with non-career-threatening injuries, but incident exposes city’s deteriorating safety

Second 49ers Player Shot in 18 Months

Keion White sustained a gunshot wound to his ankle at approximately 4:06 a.m. Monday, February 10, 2026, at Dahlia’s nightclub on the 1700 block of Mission Street. The 27-year-old defensive lineman was hosting a private party following Super Bowl LX when a verbal altercation between two groups escalated into gunfire. San Francisco Police Department officers responded to the scene, but the suspect fled and remains unidentified. White underwent successful surgery Monday afternoon, with team officials confirming his injuries are not career-threatening. This marks the second shooting of a 49ers player in the city since August 2024.

Pattern of Violence Against Players Exposes Liberal Failures

Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot through the chest during an armed robbery attempt in Union Square on August 31, 2024, missing the first six games of his rookie season. The fact that two professional athletes have been shot in San Francisco within 18 months reveals a disturbing trend that city leadership refuses to adequately address. While Mayor Daniel Lurie issued the predictable statement calling violence “unacceptable” and promising to work with law enforcement, these hollow words ring empty when criminals remain emboldened and consequences remain minimal. Law-abiding citizens and visitors increasingly question whether San Francisco can guarantee basic safety, even for high-profile individuals at celebratory events.

Mission District Residents Acknowledge Ongoing Safety Crisis

The shooting occurred in the Mission District, an area local residents acknowledge has experienced persistent safety challenges. Community member Elina Kang told reporters the incident reflects ongoing patterns rather than an isolated event. San Francisco’s reputation as a progressive utopia crumbles when confronted with the reality of routine violence in entertainment districts. The timing proves particularly embarrassing for city officials who just finished hosting Super Bowl LX, supposedly showcasing San Francisco to the world. Instead, the city demonstrated that even hours after a major international sporting event, violent criminals operate with impunity in the streets.

No Arrests Made as Investigation Continues

The San Francisco Police Department’s Strategic Investigation Unit maintains an active investigation, but no arrests have been made and the suspect’s identity remains unknown. Police confirmed a verbal altercation preceded the shooting, with rapper Lil Baby mentioned in connection with the incident, though no charges have been filed against him. The inability to quickly apprehend the shooter underscores the challenges law enforcement faces in a city where progressive policies have hamstrung police effectiveness. White’s recovery appears positive given the successful surgery, but questions persist about whether professional athletes will continue risking their safety in a city that cannot protect them during basic social activities.