Former Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón died Thursday, according to his father, Richard Colón, who posted the news across social media. Colón was 33 years old.
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“I regret to inform you of the passing of my son, Prichard, from this earthly world. Now he is in a better world”, expressed his father in an emotional message originally posted in Spanish.
Nieves Colón, mother of Prichard, also confirmed his death to Telemundo Puerto Rico.
Colón’s father also revealed he tried to fulfill one of his son’s wishes: return to Puerto Rico for vacation.
“I did everything possible to fulfill his wish, his dream to bring him to Puerto Rico on vacation, just as he always wanted, but it wasn’t possible”, he said, while expressing his gratitude for the support his family has received in recent years. He asked for supporters to keep them in their prayers.
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Prichard Colón’s life changed dramatically in 2015 after he suffered severe brain damage following a boxing match. The injuries left him unable to care for himself, and he was in his family’s care ever since.
At this time, no further details have been given around the circumstances of his death or funeral arrangements.
This article was translated to English and originally appeared on Telemundo51.com
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