Former NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson was found dead Monday in a hotel room in Brandon, Florida, officials said.
The 38-year-old had been staying at the Homewood Suites in Brandon, about 12 miles outside Tampa, since January 11, according to a news release from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Sheriff's Office officials said they spoke with Jackson's family members on February 10, after they had called to report that he was missing. A formal report was filed the following day.
Last Friday, officials said they located Jackson at the Homewood Suites and spoke with him, according to the news release.
"After assessing Jackson's well-being, the missing persons case was canceled," the release said.
Jackson was found dead at 11:30 a.m. Monday by a housekeeper. There were no apparent signs of trauma.
The Hillsborough County Medical Examiner's Office will determine the cause of death and officially identify Jackson's remains based on dental or DNA records, according to the news release.
"Mr. Jackson was a devoted man who put his family and community above everything else," Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement Monday. "Football aside, he touched countless lives through his Jackson In Action 83 Foundation. We shared a passion for supporting military families, and three years ago, Jackson was even made an honorary deputy by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office to recognize his dedication to the community."
"He will be sorely missed by not only football fans across the country, but also the people here in Hillsborough County who reaped the benefits of his generous contributions." …
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