Student dies after being seriously injured at charity boxing event
A STUDENT has died after being seriously injured at a charity boxing event.
The man, who hasn’t been named, was participating in the match at Harvey Hadden Sports Village, Nottingham, on Saturday, March 25.
The event, organised by Ultra White Collar Boxing, was cut short when the boxer needed medical attention following the bout.
On-site paramedics rushed to his aid before taking him to Queen’s Medical Centre.
Sadly his condition deteriorated and he passed away, say cops.
Detective Inspector Chris Berryman, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Officers attended Harvey Hadden Sports Village on Saturday, March 25 with partners including East Midlands Ambulance Service.
“A man was left seriously injured following a boxing match and transported to Queen’s Medical Centre.
“Since the incident, his condition deteriorated and he has sadly passed away.
“Our thoughts are with all of his family and friends at this difficult time.
“We are keeping an open mind and working with the coroner to establish what has happened.”