Charles Pierre Latourette[1] (July 21, 1945 – December 21, 1982) was an American professional football player who was a punter and return specialist for the St. Louis Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL).
Latourette attended Jonesboro high school where he played football.
On September 29, 1968, Latourette set the NFL record for punt return average in a single game against the New Orleans Saints.
[4] On December 21, 1982, Latourette died from a single gunshot wound to his eye in the bedroom of his apartment.
Prior to his death, on July 30, 1981, Latourette previously survived a hang gliding accident in which he suffered broken arms and ribs.