Report: Ex-Angels prospect killed over candy

Ryan Bolden, a 2010 first-round selection by the Angels, reportedly was shot and killed Wednesday night over a dispute involving candy, according to Fox's television affiliate in Atlanta. He was 23.

The incident reportedly took place in the parking lot of an apartment complex in College Park, Georgia around 8:30 p.m., according to Fox 5 Atlanta. An altercation among children allegedly broke out over candy. Bolden reportedly got involved, took multiple gunshots to the chest and was later pronounced dead at an area hospital, according to Fox 5 Atlanta.

"You're talking 10-, 11-, 12-year-old kids were in an argument over some candy," Master Sgt. Jeff Hightower told the station. "The adults got involved, and it escalated from there."

According to the Fox 5 Atlanta, authorities have a suspect, but have not filed charges yet pending further investigation. A native of Madison, Mississippi, Bolden reportedly was visiting a person who lived in the complex.

The former outfielder was taken by the Angels with the 40th pick of the 2010 Draft. He played in the organization for four seasons, never rising above Rookie-level ball. In 112 career games, he batted .164 with three home runs and 36 RBIs.

"He was a tremendous young man," Angels scouting director Ric Wilson told MLB.com. "He was very polite, he worked hard, he respected himself, he respected people, he respected authority and he just did whatever he could to make himself a better baseball player. ... He was just a really good young man, and came from a really good family. It's heartbreaking; it really is."

Tigers prospect Spencer Turnbull played with Bolden at Madison Central High School.

Ryan Bolden was without a doubt the most talented baseball player I've ever seen. The balls he used to hit in bp cleared the light poles

- Spencer Turnbull (@spencerturnbull) December 18, 2014

Angels prospect Wendell Soto shared his grief as well.

Wow..RIP Ryan Bolden. Funniest kid I ever had the honor of meeting. I enjoyed every minute I ever had with you bro..love ya kid..

- Wendell Soto (@SotoWendell) December 18, 2014

Bolden retired in 2013 after playing seven games for the Pioneer League's Orem Owlz that season.