Westbury High shooting victim was all-district basketball player, football standout
He played defensive back and wide receiver, and point guard in basketball.
On Friday, a 17-year-old Westbury High School football and basketball player, LePaul Warren, was fatally shot near the campus. Warren was remembered as a top athlete and rising star by family, classmates, and community members. His uncle described him as a "real good kid" who excelled in all sports. Warren had been recognized as an all-district basketball performer in March and had been nominated for Mr. Texas Basketball in November 2025.
Known for his exceptional shooting range and intelligence on the court, Warren also played defensive back and wide receiver for the Huskies football team. As news of his death spread, tributes poured in from classmates, teammates, and friends who mourned the loss of the promising young athlete.
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