The 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner died while vacationing in Costa Rica, with authorities probing potential carbon monoxide poisoning.
Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner, was found dead in a hotel room in Manuel Antonio, Quepos,
Costa Rica, prompting extensive media coverage and international attention.
The Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ) of
Costa Rica has stated that the cause of death is being investigated as possible carbon monoxide poisoning due to the discovery of high levels of the gas in the hotel room.
This announcement has led to heightened interest in the case, with various news outlets globally sharing updates, including major American and Spanish-language media.
The young athlete's unexpected death has sparked discussions on social media platforms, with a significant number of comments focusing on this incident in relation to
Costa Rica.
Previously, the New York Yankees held a moment of silence in Yankee Stadium to honor Miller's memory during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers.
The tragic loss of Miller has raised awareness regarding safety standards in hotels, particularly around carbon monoxide exposure, and has been a catalyst for discussions surrounding tourist safety in
Costa Rica.
Further investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances leading to the gas accumulation in the hotel room.