English soccer star defends assault-rifle tattoo after backlash
English soccer star Raheem Sterling is facing an onslaught of backlash from fans and the media for an assault rifle tattoo on his right leg – and he is standing by it.
The Manchester City midfielder posted a photo of himself training with his English World Cup teammates that showed the M16 assault rifle on his right calf, according to The Guardian.
After receiving a barrage of criticism from an anti-gun group and the British media, the 23-year-old explained the sentimental meaning behind the tattoo.
“When I was two my father died from being gunned down to death,” Sterling said. “I made a promise to myself I would never touch a gun in my life time, I shoot with my right foot so it has a deeper meaning.” – READ MORE
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English soccer star defends assault-rifle tattoo after backlash English soccer star Raheem Sterling is facing an onslaught of backlash from fans and the media for an assault rifle tattoo on his right leg and he is standing by it The Manchester City midfielder posted a photo of himself training with his English World Cup teammates that showed the M16 assault rifle on his right calf according to The Guardian After receiving a barrage of criticism from an anti-gun group and the British media the 23-year-old explained the sentimental meaning behind the tattoo When I was two my father died from being gunned down to death Sterling said I made a promise to myself I would never touch a gun in my life time I shoot with my right foot so it has a deeper meaning READ MORE Help Support True Pundit’s Independent Voice by Contributing Today $ Donation Amount We can only deliver independent news &amp; Intel with your support Keep our unique voice alive Donate Now Select Payment Method PayPal Personal Info First Name * Last Name Email Address * Donation Total $1