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Police arrest driver responsible of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother's death

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Samer Dagher
August 30, 2024  (12:28)
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Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew tragically died after being hit by a drunk driver. Reports confirm that the driver responsible has been arrested.

The accident occurred just 10 minutes away from the Gaudreau brothers' home. The driver, Sean Higgins, a 43-year-old man from Woodstown, New Jersey, was driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee. While trying to pass two slower vehicles, Higgins struck both Johnny andMatthew Gaudreau, killing them on the spot. He has since been charged with two counts of driving under the influence causing death. ESPN's Mike Greenberg reported this latest development.

The Columbus Blue Jackets, Johnny Gaudreau's current team, issued a heartfelt statement about his passing. The statement highlighted how much Johnny was loved by his family, friends, and fans:

"Johnny played the game with great joy which was felt by everyone that saw him on the ice. He brought a genuine love for hockey with him everywhere he played from Boston College to the Calgary Flames to Team USA to the Blue Jackets. He thrilled fans in a way only Johnny Hockey could. The impact he had on our organization and our sport was profound, but pales in comparison to the indelible impression he made on everyone who knew him. Johnny embraced our community when he arrived two years ago, and Columbus welcomed him with open arms. We will miss him terribly and do everything that we can to support his family and each other through this tragedy."

- Columbus Blue Jackets

Johnny Gaudreau was drafted by the Calgary Flames in 2011 and went on to play 763 career games, scoring 243 goals and 500 assists for a total of 743 points. Despite his smaller stature at 5-foot-9, Johnny's speed and skill made him a standout player.

The hockey community is mourning the loss of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, and the impact of their passing is felt deeply by all.

Source:Mark Scheig on X

Source: ESPNJohnny Gaudreau Stats

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