Police launch manslaughter investigation into footballer Jesus de Miguel's death

Spanish police confirmed that they have opened a "routine" investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter after Tenerife footballer Jesus de Miguel tragically died during a match on Monday. The next day, Tenerife's striker passed away following an on-pitch collision with opposition goalkeeper Jesus Owono.

Police launch manslaughter investigation into footballer Jesus de Miguel's death

TL;DR

  • Spanish police are conducting a "routine" investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter.
  • Tenerife footballer Jesus de Miguel died after a collision during a match against Andorra.
  • The collision involved opposition goalkeeper Jesus Owono, who received a red card.
  • De Miguel passed away the following morning after suffering a cardiac arrest.
  • Both Tenerife and Andorra have expressed their condolences and sadness.