Spanish Police Investigate Death of Tenerife Soccer Player After Collision
Spanish police investigate the death of Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel after an on‑field collision in a LaLiga 2 match. Officials seek answers.
POLICY WIRE — Barcelona, Spain — Spanish police opened an investigation into a possible case of involuntary manslaughter after a Tenerife forward died on the field following a collision with the opposing goalkeeper during a LaLiga 2 match on Monday.
The 30‑year‑old striker, Jesús de Miguel, suffered cardiac arrest after the collision and later died, the club announced. Authorities are examining the circumstances to determine whether any foul play was involved.
The incident occurred in a match between Tenerife and the opposing team in LaLiga 2. Police are reviewing medical reports and match footage to assess the events that led to the fatal outcome.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
