An arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a Zaire Williams, the former Temple University running back who was killed a week ago in North Philadelphia, police announced.
Anthony Nieves, 22, is charged with murder and related weapons offenses in connection with the March 2 shooting on the 1800 block of West Montgomery Avenue.
Williams, 25, was shot in the head before dawn and rushed to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
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Williams played running back for the Owls football team from 2013-2015 before transferring to the University of Maine. He was a star at Timber Creek High School in Sicklerville, Camden, and was mourned by fellow football players from New Jersey, including Eagles running back Corey Clement.
A candlelight vigil was held for Williams at his former high school last week.
Police did not provide any further information about what may have led to the shooting.