Former New York Yankees star outfielder Brett Gardner announced the tragic news of his son Miller's passing while on a family vacation trip in Puerto Rico.
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In a recent released statement, the family highlighted the fact that following the tragedy, they also were unaware of what exactly led to their son and other family members falling ill.
Yankees alum Brett Gardner’s 14-year-old son dies on family vacation. pic.twitter.com/u2AsND9EQX
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The family wrote: "We have so many questions and so few answers at this point, but we do know that he passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21st."
On Monday, U.S. Department of State and the United States Embassy in Costa Rica confirmed the death of Miller Gardner (per ESPN).
According to Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Police, Gardner and his family were vacationing at a hotel in Manuel Antonio, a town on the Pacific coast of the country (per CNN).
That is, upon initial investigation, the cause of death was believed to be from asphyxia, because his body was found with vomit on it.
However, medical examiners on Tuesday revealed that the teen's airways were clear. As a result, this fatal illness may have just been caused by a reaction to something the teenager ate, indicating some sort of food poisoning.
The official diagnosis will be determined once the final toxicology results are in.
All in all, this heartbreaking news has resulted in many sharing their sympathies for Gardner, his wife Jessica, and other son Hunter.
Statement from the New York Yankees: pic.twitter.com/2f1F9CQ9F8
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"Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile. He loved football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his family and his friends. He lived life to the fullest every single day," the Gardner's said.
"We are so thankful to all who have reached out to offer support and encouragement during this difficult time and we are confident our faith, family, and friends will help us navigate this unimaginable loss. Our prayers go out to Miller's teammates and friends, as well as to all other families who have lost a child far too soon as we share their grief. Please respect our wishes for privacy as we mourn and search for healing."
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