A Texas high school student and athlete was left permanently paralyzed after being shot while running to his friend’s rescue during a violent brawl earlier this month. 

The incident unfolded around 12:40 a.m. on March 19, when authorities were called to a Waffle House parking lot in Richardson regarding reports of a large fight and a shooting, according to FOX 4. 

When police arrived, they found one individual suffering from a gunshot wound, and took the victim to a hospital in stable condition. 

The individual was later identified as 18-year-old Seth Jackson, a senior at Richardson High School, FOX 4 reported.

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​​”Nobody calls in the middle of the night with good news,” Jackson’s father, James Jackson, told the outlet. 

Jackson reportedly became involved in the brawl after witnessing his friend being attacked. 

“He saw five guys jump on his friend, so out of knee-jerk reaction he kind of headed over there,” James Jackson told FOX 4. “So he just headed over there and never made it within 10–15 feet.”

Video obtained by FOX 4 does not show Jackson anywhere near the alleged gunman as he approaches the group involved in the brawl.

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The shooting left Jackson paralyzed from the waist down, with a ruptured lung, fractured ribs and a shattered spinal cord, according to the outlet.

Shortly after the incident, two individuals were taken into custody stemming from their alleged roles in the tragic fight.

Taylor Griffin, 18, and Charles Webster, 17, were both arrested and charged with engaging in organized criminal activity, according to FOX 4. 

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Authorities believe Griffin and Webster were involved in the events leading up to and immediately following the shooting, which allegedly escalated due to a conflict between both groups, according to FOX 4.

Prior to his injury, Jackson worked two jobs and played for the Richardson High School basketball team.

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He had also already received his acceptance to the University of Houston and signed a lease for an apartment in the fall, Jackson’s father told FOX 4.

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But instead of preparing for college, Jackson’s family is now working to make their home wheelchair accessible. 

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“I’ve got to go around the house and get a carpenter to modify the bathroom doors,” James Jackson said. “We’ve got to remodel his bathroom.”

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“Hug your kids. You don’t know when is the last time you’re going to see them.”

The Richardson Police Department declined Fox News Digital’s request for comment, citing the active investigation. 

Actress and singer Selena Gomez continues to be outspoken about mental health following her diagnosis with bipolar disorder.

The former Disney star announced her diagnosis in 2020 during an Instagram Live video call with fellow Disney Channel standout Miley Cyrus. Gomez has since described this discovery as a relief, although not an easy path.

In a recent episode of the “Friends Keep Secrets” podcast, Gomez – the co-founder of mental health publication Wondermind – shared details about her journey to diagnosis.

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Fellow musician and husband Benny Blanco asked his wife if she knew she was bipolar before being officially diagnosed.

“I knew something was wrong, but I think I was misdiagnosed,” she responded. “I think people were just assuming – and I would try multiple therapists.”

“It’s actually really hard when we’re talking about these things, and for me to go, ‘Go get a therapist.’ All of it is so … complicated.”

Gomez detailed how her diagnosis required talking to “multiple different people,” stressing the importance of not giving up.

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“I’m so grateful I went to four different rehabs because it all helped me understand it,” she said.

Blanco revealed that Gomez sometimes experiences a manic episode without recognizing it.

“She’ll start to realize she’s having it after it’s happening, and sometimes she doesn’t even remember when it’s happening,” he said.

“It’s such a delicate thing because … you’re not supposed to, technically, talk to the person about it while they’re deep in it.”

Blanco added that Gomez is “so hyper aware” of when she’s experiencing mania.

“I’m equally proud to say that I do have moments of mania,” she said. “I’m not ashamed at all, because I can catch them a bit quicker.”

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“It is helpful to have a partner who will understand … and meet you where you are,” the singer added.

Since her diagnosis, Gomez said she lives life more “freely.”

“The whole hypocrisy of shaming people for therapy, or people not understanding it, is that it’s just not for you,” she said. “But for me, it finally allowed me to go, ‘Oh, that’s why I handled things the way I [did]. That’s why all the other people were able to get over things quickly, and I wasn’t.'”

Gomez added, “I’d act out of fear, I’d act out of love, I’d act out of passion, it was all inconsistent. It was crazy.”

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The actress encouraged others that no matter the diagnosis, “you are not defined by a term.”

“It’s just informative to seek and talk and listen to podcasts or listen to certain things that will help you get information,” she said. “I do believe there is a lot of hope.”

About 2.8% of adults in the U.S. have experienced bipolar in the last year, while 4.4% experience it during their lifetime, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Formerly called manic depression or “manic-depressive disorder,” bipolar disorder is characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, energy and activity levels, affecting the ability to carry out daily tasks.

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This can include emotional highs, referred to as mania or hypomania, and lows, known as depression, per Mayo Clinic.

Symptoms can differ depending on bipolar type.

Manic and hypomanic episodes typically include three or more of the following symptoms:

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Major depressive episodes typically include five or more of the following symptoms.

Mayo Clinic encourages anyone experiencing these symptoms to seek help from a professional.

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Diagnosis can be made through a physical exam and lab testing, as well as mental health assessments and tracking of moods, sleep patterns and other factors.

After diagnosis, Mayo Clinic recommends paying attention to warning signs to prevent episodes. Getting enough sleep, taking medications as directed, and abstaining from drugs and alcohol can also help.

Fox News Digital reached out to Gomez’s representation and Wondermind for comment.

Once again, the NFL’s opening weekend finds two teams overseas, and one of the head coaches involved doesn’t like it. 

Much like the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers last season in São Paulo, Brazil, the NFL has scheduled division rivals, the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams, to take part in the first-ever game in Australia. 

The 49ers and Rams will kick off at 10:35 a.m. local time in Melbourne on Sept. 11, which will be 8:35 p.m. ET on Sept. 10 in the United States. 

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49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, who was present at the NFL owners meetings in Phoenix on Monday, was asked by reporters his thoughts about traveling to Australia, which is around a 14-hour flight, to begin his team’s season. 

“I don’t see any pro,” he said, bluntly. 

Shanahan admitted it being “cool for the league to play globally,” even calling it “awesome” that international fans get to experience American football in their countries. 

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However, as a coach who is focused on his team’s health and performance, Shanahan doesn’t like the idea of starting the season overseas after a grueling training camp that determines his roster.

“But as far as the team doing it, no, there’s not much benefit to it. Sometimes it’s nice to get a bye week after, but doesn’t happen in Week 1.”

As for the time difference, Shanahan was sarcastic with his response to the San Francisco Chronicle.

“Oh, so fired up. So, we’re going back in time or into the future? I think we gain a day or lose a day? Not sure which one yet, but it is what it is. We’ll deal with it.”

Knowing the NFL isn’t going to change its mind here, Shanahan and the 49ers have no choice but to deal with the cards they have to start the year. But GM John Lynch noted the 49ers will get accustomed to Australia’s time difference and everything else that comes with an international game by getting there days before kickoff. 

Now, it’s not uncommon for games to be played overseas at times to accommodate those fans back home. But playing a football game at 10:35 a.m. can come with its challenges, as games are usually played at night. 

Shanahan also noted being “fired up” about having another international game during the 2026 season, though it’s unknown if sarcasm came into play here. 

The 49ers will also be involved in the NFL’s Mexico City game in December. An opponent has not yet been named for the matchup, but it will be revealed in May when every team’s schedule comes out. 

In total, the NFL will play a record nine international games during the 2026 season, as the league continues to expand its global reach. There will be three games in London, while Melbourne, Mexico City, Paris, Munich, Rio de Janeiro, and Madrid will also have NFL contests. 

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