Tragedy in Gary Lineker’s family and shock throughout England after learning of the death of an 18-year-old nephew of the former footballer after being crushed by a tree. Jonty Parkinson He was working when the log fell on him, causing serious injuries to his abdomen. The terrible accident happened on September 6 in Eaton Hastings, Oxford, and the young man ended up losing his life following a crush.
The commentator’s family BBC is experiencing its worst moment. The terrible accident occurred on September 6 at Eaton Hastings, Oxon (Oxford)while the young man was working and was hit by a falling tree, which crushed his abdomen and caused him a serious injury from which he was ultimately unable to recover, as stated by the coroner, Darren Slater.
“One of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet, taken too soon.” Fly high, cousin, we will all miss you.Gary Lineker’s son George wrote on his social media, sending a moving message in tribute to his deceased cousin. The commentator’s other son, Tobias Lineker, also spoke out on social media: “He was taken from us too soon, Rest in peace, little cousin.
Furthermore, the family business released a statement following the young man’s tragic death: “We are devastated to have to announce the news of the death of Jonty Parkinson, the son of Bob and Ali, the grandson of Sue and John and Sally’s nephew. , September 6.
“As a family, we wanted to express our gratitude for the enormous expressions of affection we have received at such a difficult time. The fact that our staff and customers continue support our family business As we deal with this painful loss, it means a lot to us, so thank you,” the company added. Messages of condolences and encouragement poured in, and they also created a page of GoFundMe to honor the young man: “I realize that money cannot fill the great gulf of loss you feel, but I hope it can be used to ease the burden of funeral expenses or for a suitable memorial for Jonty.”
Lineker’s latest mess
The former English footballer, Gary Linekerwas involved in a disorder in England more than a year ago, and was fired for controversial statements in which he compared the Conservative government, Rishi Sunakwith Hitler’s Germany regarding its immigration policy. The BBC, as a public television channel financed by taxes from British taxpayers (170 euros per year), prohibits its presenters from making public statements of a political nature.
But the general director apologized not only to Lineker, but also to the channel’s staff, other presenters, viewers and listeners. In order to put an end to this sparked crisis, the BBC revised its impartiality guidelines for external presenters like Lineker, who was reinstated shortly afterwards.
Jonty Parkinson, Gary Lineker’s 18-year-old nephew, died after being crushed by a falling tree trunk. Truly devastating news, RIP young man. So sad 😞 pic.twitter.com/2pUmDBuMUm
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