Aaron Boupendza dies at age 28 after falling from the 11th floor of a building in China
Gabonese footballer Aaron Boupendza, former MLS player and current striker for Zhejiang FC in China, died at age 28 after falling from an 11th floor. Police are investigating the circumstances of his tragic death.
Mourning in international football:
The world of sports mourns the tragic death of Gabonese forward Aaron Boupendza, who died this Tuesday, April 16, at the age of 28, after falling from the 11th floor of a building in China. The striker, currently playing for Zhejiang FC in the Chinese Super League, was found dead after falling from his apartment balcony.
According to The Athletic and Türkiye Today, the incident occurred under circumstances that are still under investigation. Local police are trying to determine whether it was an accident, suicide, or a possible act of violence. Witnesses claim that Boupendza had an argument with his brother, who was in the apartment at the time of the fall. He has already been summoned to testify as part of the case.
The footballer, who also played in Major League Soccer (MLS), did not show up for his team's last training session and did not respond to the coaching staff's attempts to contact him, causing concern hours before his death.
Boupendza, born in Gabon, excelled in his professional career with spells at clubs in France, Turkey, Qatar, and the United States. His unexpected departure has generated a wave of condolences from teammates, teams, and fans around the world.
The international football community is still awaiting an official statement from Zhejiang FC and the outcome of the police investigation.
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