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Flag Football Player Jailed for Killing Rival Who Scored Winning TD

Flag Football Player Jailed for Killing Rival Who Scored Winning TD

Summary

Antonio Hawley was sentenced to 32 years in prison for shooting and killing Aaron Wiggins during a flag football game in Washington, D.C., in October 2021. Hawley fired 17 shots after tensions rose between the players following Wiggins' game-winning touchdown.

Key Facts

  • The shooting occurred at Watkins Elementary School during a flag football game.
  • Hawley was 18 years old at the time; Wiggins was 26.
  • The field lights went off during the game, and Wiggins caught the winning touchdown on the final play.
  • Hawley fired 17 shots, hitting Wiggins 13 times, killing him at the scene.
  • Hawley was convicted of first-degree murder while armed, illegal firearm possession, and carrying a pistol without a license.
  • He was sentenced to 32 years in prison plus 5 years of supervised release.
  • Prosecutors and police officers involved in the case were publicly recognized for their work.
  • The U.S. Attorney stressed that violence leading to death carries serious consequences.
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