Spanish Police Launch Involuntary Manslaughter Probe After Forward Jesús de Miguel Dies
Spanish authorities opened an inquiry into the death of CD Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel, who suffered cardiac arrest after a collision.
POLICY WIRE — Spain — Spanish law enforcement has initiated a formal inquiry into the sudden death of a professional soccer player who suffered a fatal medical emergency during a league match.
The investigation centers on potential involuntary manslaughter following the on-field incident that claimed the life of the athlete.
CD Tenerife confirmed the loss of forward Jesús de Miguel, who collapsed after colliding with the opposing team’s goalkeeper, Diego Souto, during a game against FC Andorra on Monday.
The 30-year-old striker was transported to a hospital where he subsequently suffered cardiac arrest and died from the injuries sustained during the match.
The club issued a public announcement regarding the tragedy early Tuesday morning, marking a somber moment for the second-division side.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
