NHL star Johnny Gaudreau has died after a reported bike accident in New Jersey.
The Associated Press reports that Gaudreau, 31, and his brother Matthew, 29, were biking in Oldmans Township Thursday night when they were killed.
Police say a man who was trying to pass two other vehicles hit the men from behind. Sean M. Higgins is facing charges in relation to the crash. He was allegedly drunk and faces two counts of death by auto.
Gaudreau was a member of the Columbus Blue Jackets who shared a statement on his passing Friday morning.
Columbus Blue Jackets statement on the passing of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew. pic.twitter.com/V2aFykgKIs
— Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) August 30, 2024
“The Columbus Blue Jackets are shocked and devastated by this unimaginable tragedy,” the team said. “Johnny was not only a great hockey player, but more significantly a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend.”
Gaudreau was reportedly about to attend his sister Katie’s wedding in Philadelphia on Friday.
The Pittsburgh Penguins extended their condolences to the Gaudreau family with a statement.
The Penguins extend our deepest condolences to the Gaudreau family on the passing of Johnny and his brother, Matthew, whose lives were taken far too soon.
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) August 30, 2024
Johnny played each game with joy and his love for the game of hockey was felt by all those who watched.
Our hearts are with… pic.twitter.com/dsXlsmKBGc
He leaves behind his wife, Meredith, his two children, Noa and Johnny, his parents, family, and friends.
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