(KMOV)—A former University of Wisconsin football player from the metro-east was shot several times in East St. Louis Saturday, according to police.
It happened in the 1800 block of Russell around 2 a.m.
Police say the Kraig Appleton, 21, is listed in stable condition.
Appleton was a wide receiver for the team. He was an honor roll student in East St. Louis, as well as an all-state receiver and all-state hurdler in track. Appleton graduated from high school in 2009.
He was suspended from the University of Wisconsin football team his freshman year, left school, and did not return.
The investigation is ongoing.
