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 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
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