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A three-story apartment building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York, killing eight people. The first victim was identified as Caguana, a 26-year-old Ecuadorian immigrant who left behind a pregnant wife and young children. The local team and family members expressed deep condolences.
new york city brooklyn (brooklyn ) On the 11th, a three-story apartment building seriously collapsed. Rescue workers continued to search and rescue amid the debris. It has been confirmed that 8 people died, and the identity of the first deceased has been officially announced.
26 year old Jose. Louis. José Luis Caguana died in the accident, leaving behind his pregnant wife and young children.
According to reports, when Caguana died on the 11th, he was about to welcome the birth of his second child in a few days. He is an Ecuadorian immigrant who immigrated to the United States 6 years ago. He played for Club La Bahia in New York during his lifetime.
His brother Carlos (Carlos Caguana) later told WNBC that his brother was working at a construction site at the time of the incident, but he suffered an unexpected accident.
“Her husband is gone and he is the sole breadwinner of the family,” Carlos said, standing next to his brother’s widow.
He further added, “She suffered a lot after he left. She is in a very bad condition now, completely unconscious and is not even able to speak.”
After learning of the tragic news, Club La Bahia NY also posted a post on Facebook mourning the young father.
“The club deeply mourns the passing of our neighbor and friend. It is an irreparable loss. Your passing leaves a huge void, but it also leaves behind a legacy of love and friendship,” the club president wrote in a post written in Spanish.
“Rest in peace my friend. My heart is crying today and I will always remember you as a unique player, with that magic at your feet. These are memories I will never forget.”
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According to reports, eight people have been confirmed dead after a three-storey apartment collapsed in Brooklyn. Rescue workers are still searching through the debris, hoping to confirm if there are still any missing people.
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The first victim whose identity was announced was 26-year-old Jose. Louis. Caguana, who is from Ecuador, immigrated to the United States six years ago. During his lifetime, he played for La Bahia Football Club in New York and was deeply respected by his teammates.
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Caguana’s brother said that he is the sole breadwinner of the family and that his wife is emotionally broken at this time; La Bahia Football Club also posted a condolence message on Facebook, saying it was an irreparable loss and missed his skill and friendship.
