The anticipation of a wedding turns into a painful loss: NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother die tragically. The circumstances become clearer.
Salem/New Jersey – The ice hockey world is in mourning for NHL superstar Johnny Gaudreau, who died in a tragic accident on August 29. Not only the 31-year-old himself, but also his younger brother Matthew (†29) died in the incident, which occurred while the brothers were out on their bikes. The occasional accidents are becoming more and more frightening.
More and more terrible details about the drama surrounding ice hockey superstar are revealed
Various media reported that the driver of the vehicle, Sean M. Higgins (43), was drunk at the time of the accident. He told the New Jersey State Police that he had already drunk four or five beers before getting behind the wheel of his Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Higgins, reported FoxNews, Now faces charges of involuntary manslaughter after appearing at a court hearing on August 30. He was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter in the incident, which is punishable by up to 10 years in prison in the state of New Jersey. Police also determined he continued to consume alcohol while driving.
Sister of the deceased cancels wedding
The random accidents were further uncovered by the New Jersey Police Department. According to reports, Higgins overtook the brothers, who were riding their bicycles, during a dangerous maneuver. The police stated according to the People Magazine: “Higgins attempted to overtake the slower vehicles and hit the two cyclists.”
Family members of the deceased have now spoken out on social media. “We want everyone to know that we receive your loving and supportive messages and appreciate your thoughts and prayers,” a family member said on Instagram, asking for the privacy of the bereaved to be respected.
The sister of the two brothers who died in the accident, Katie, had planned her wedding for Friday. After learning of the terrible loss, she canceled it.
Death of the Gaudreau brothers arouses great sympathy
The tragedy has shocked not only the Gaudreau family, but also the entire ice hockey community. Fans are making a pilgrimage to the Nationwide Arena in Ohio, the home of the NHL club Columbus Blue Jackets, to commemorate the deceased brothers and show their support.
The entire US sport seems to be touched by the great misfortune that has befallen the two young men. Even famous basketball clubs such as the Cleveland Cavaliers and the professional baseball league MLB have expressed their grief and sympathy for the relatives via social media. (chmnn)
