Reinforcement excluded in the death of Yankees star Brett Gardner’s son
The search for answers in the cause of death of the 14-year-old son of the former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner has only asked more questions, Radaronline.com can reveal after the most important theory of suffocation was suddenly excluded Tuesday.
Miller Gardner died in his sleep on Friday morning after he fell ill during a family vacation in a Costa Rican resort.
According to Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Police (OIJ), Brett and his family were on holiday in a hotel in Manuel Antonio, a city on the Pacific coast of the country, when the whole family fell ill.
Preliminary reports attributed Miller’s death to “suffocation as a result of intoxication related to food poisoning” after his body with vomit was found. Others in the family also had supposedly food poisoning of something they ate.
Aspyxia, however, was later excluded by forensic doctors, who discovered that there was no obstacle to the teenager airways.
Civil servants are still waiting for the results of toxicological tests to determine whether food poisoning was indeed the cause of death.
Brett and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news in one Explanation issued by the Yankees.
It said: “With heavy hearts we are sad to announce the death of our youngest son, Miller.
“We currently have so many questions and so few answers, but we do know that he died peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21.
“Miller was a beloved son and brother and we can’t understand our lives without his infectious smile. He loved football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his family and his friends. He fully lived every day.” The continued: “We are so grateful for everyone who has contacted to offer support and encouragement during this difficult time and we are convinced that our faith, family and friends will help us by navigating this unimaginable loss.
“Our prayers go to Miller’s teammates and friends, as well as to all other families who have lost a child too quickly as soon as we share their grief.”
The Gardner family visited the $ 900-per night Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica when Miller died.
In a statement the hotel said: “We are deeply sad because of this loss and our hearts go to the family during this incredibly difficult time.
“The factors that led to this tragic incident are unknown and we work completely with authorities while investigating.
“We continue to support our guests and staff, with priorities of their well -being and safety, while we respect the privacy of the affected people.”
The family is said to work together with local authorities to bring Miller’s body back to the United States.
Brett, 41, played 14 seasons with the Yankees between 2008 and 2021. He was an All-Star in 2015, won a Gold Glove in 2016, and was a member of the World Series-Winning Team 2009.
