In fAlabama freshman quarterback Keelon Russell, whom the Crimson Tide recruited from SMU , lost his twin sister Kierston on Wednesday.

The Tuscaloosa Police Department officially recognized her death, per Chris Low of ESPN. An official police statement stated that her death “at this time appears to be non-criminal in nature. “”

Russell's family coordinated with the police to make her passing known to stave off heightened media requests. The police stated on Thursday that no further details would be released at this time and requested that the media respect the family's privacy.

Keelon confirmed his sister's passing by reposting a message on his Instagram page. He responded with four emojis of hands in the heart formation. “

The message he reposted read, “My dee

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