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About Jovan Belcher
Jovan Belcher featured as a linebacker in the NFL for the Kansas City Chiefs. The rising American football player, whose career was cut short due to death, joined the Chiefs in 2009 as a free agent and went on to become a prominent and regular player of the team.
He was a product of West Babylon High School, where he was heavily involved in a number of sporting activities including wrestling and football.
Belcher progressed in his education and in his career as a football player. He gained admission into University of Maine and played for the university’s football team known as Black Bears.
Family
He was the son of Cheryl Shepard. His father’s name is John Belcher. He fathered a daughter, Zoey, with Kasandra Perkins, his girlfriend.
Murder and Death
Belcher was on a journey to having one of the greatest football careers. However, in December 2012, his career and life came to an end after he murdered his girlfriend and mother of his daughter Perkins. Moments after killing his girlfriend, Belcher took his own life by shooting himself in the head.
According to reports, he and Perkins had a heated argument, which resulted in him shooting her several times.
After his death, medical reports indicated that Belcher struggled with chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
Facts
He wore the number 59 jersey when he played for Kansas City Chiefs. His jersey number in high school was number 52, which his school retired due to his outstanding accomplishments.
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F.A.Q. about Jovan Belcher
When is his birthday?
Jovan Belcher's birthday is on July 24, 1987.
In how many days is his birthday?
Jovan's birthday is in 132 days
How old was Jovan when he died?
He was 25 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 1, 2012.
How old would he be today?
Jovan Belcher would be 37 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Jovan from?
He was born in West Babylon, New York, U.S..