World Shooting Champion Shot Dead (Photos)
Category: Crime News
Spanish shooting icon Jorge Ballesteros has died after he was allegedly found
in his car with a gunshot wound to his head.
The 39-year-old—who
also worked as a police officer in his hometown was discovered in his parked
car at the La Vaguada shopping centre in Madrid this week before being
transferred to La Paz University Hospital, reports Spanish publication
ABC.
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However, he was pronounced dead the following day, leading to an
outpouring of tributes to the late star.
A statement from one of
Ballesteros’ former sponsors, the Double-Alpha Academy, confirmed: “It is with
a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend and IPSC World
Champion, Jorge Ballesteros.
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“Jorge, who was just 39 years old, passed away unexpectedly. Jorge was
not only a gifted competitor but a true sportsman and friend to all who knew
him. His passion for the sport of IPSC was matched only by his dedication to
honing his craft and mentoring others.”
Ballesteros was a Basque
native born in San Sebastian, though he moved to Madrid at the age of six and
spent much of his life in Spain’s capital.
His official website
detailed that he “dreamed of becoming a professional shooter” as a child and
took his first steps in the sport at 16 with his father’s blessing.
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So sad... this shows that being a good smart shooter with weapon, doesn't safe you from the bullet of another's gun... R.I.P
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ReplyDeleteAhhh what an irony Jesus wept LOL
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