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LeBron James Mourns Blue Jackets 31-Year-Old Player Johnny Gaudreau And His Brother Matthew’s Tragic Death
LeBron James was one of the many people who was stunned by the news of death of Blue Jackets 31-year-old player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew.
Johnny Gaudreau, a forward for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL, and his brother Matthew were tragically struck by a car on Thursday night while out for a nighttime bike ride in Oldmans Township, New Jersey. The passing of the Gaudreau brothers was confirmed Friday morning by the Columbus Blue Jackets and New Jersey state troopers. The brothers were in town to attend their sister's wedding, which was scheduled for Friday in Philadelphia.
The crash occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Pennsville Auburn Road near Stumpy Lane in Oldmans Township. Johnny, 31, and Matthew, 29, were traveling north on County Route 551, near the edge of the roadway.
The tragic news has deeply affected many, including NBA great LeBron James, who was quick to offer his condolences to the Gaudreau family. "Insane, man! I instantly got so down and sad after reading the story. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gaudreau family! May Johnny and Matthew fly high, guide/guard, and bless their family from the heavens above," James said via X (formerly Twitter).
According to the police, Sean M. Higgins, 43, of Woodstown, New Jersey, attempted to pass a slower-moving sedan and SUV while driving north on County Route 551 in a Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Higgins reportedly passed the sedan and moved into the southbound lanes of the road. The SUV ahead of him, according to the police, straddled the north and south lanes as it attempted to safely pass two cyclists who were riding on the right side of the road. Higgins then tried to reenter the northbound lanes.
According to troopers, Higgins then attempted to pass the SUV on the right and struck the Gaudreau brothers from behind. The state police reported that the Gaudreau brothers tragically passed away from their injuries. Higgins allegedly told the trooper that he had consumed "five to six beers" before the crash, and the trooper who arrived on the scene noted a "strong odor of alcohol," according to the police affidavit.
Higgins reportedly told detectives that he believed the SUV's driver was attempting to prevent him from passing. According to the criminal complaint, he admitted to investigators that drinking alcohol exacerbated his impatience and led him to drive recklessly. Higgins subsequently failed a field sobriety test, according to the trooper. State police have charged him with two counts of death by automobile. He is currently being held at the Salem County Correctional Facility.
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