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Police Report Suspected Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Death of Vikings Receiver Rondale Moore, 25

Police are continuing a death investigation with an autopsy pending.

Overview

  • Moore was found deceased in the garage of a property in the 1600 block of Ekin Avenue in his hometown of New Albany, Indiana, according to Police Chief Todd Bailey.
  • The Floyd County Coroner confirmed his death and scheduled an autopsy, with authorities releasing no further details pending results.
  • Police have indicated there is no known threat to the public and said no additional information will be released at this time.
  • The Minnesota Vikings and head coach Kevin O’Connell issued statements expressing devastation, as former coaches and NFL players shared public tributes.
  • A Purdue All-American in 2018 and a 2021 second-round pick by the Cardinals, Moore missed the 2024 and 2025 seasons after consecutive knee injuries with the Falcons and Vikings.