**Tragic Loss: Florida Panthers Star Johnny Gaudreau and His Brother Matthew Killed in Accident**
In a deeply saddening and shocking development, the Florida Panthers have been hit with the devastating news of the death of one of their top veteran players, Johnny Gaudreau, and his brother Matthew. The tragic incident occurred when the two were involved in a fatal bicycle accident near their hometown in New Jersey on Thursday night.
Johnny Gaudreau, a 31-year-old NHL veteran who had recently played for the Columbus Blue Jackets, was cycling with his younger brother Matthew, 29, when the accident happened. The brothers were on their way to their sister Katie’s wedding, a joyful occasion that was tragically overshadowed by the crash.
The collision took place just before 8:30 PM in Oldmans Township, Salem County, along Pennsville Auburn Road near Stumpy Lane.
According to reports, the brothers were struck by a vehicle driven by 43-year-old Sean M. Higgins from Woodstown, New Jersey.
Higgins is suspected to have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. He has been charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and is being held without bail.
Documents obtained by DailyMail.com reveal that Higgins admitted to drinking ‘5-6 beers’ before operating his Jeep Grand Cherokee, which he drove into the back of Johnny and Matthew’s bicycles. The gravity of this incident has stunned the community and left many grieving the loss of the talented athlete and his brother.
This tragic event has not only shocked the sports world but also highlighted the severe consequences of driving under the influence.
The loss of Johnny Gaudreau, a prominent figure in the NHL, and his brother Matthew is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the impact of reckless behavior on others. The Florida Panthers, along with the entire hockey community, are mourning the loss and reflecting on the contributions and the promise that both Johnny and Matthew represented.
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