Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his wife and two children after they were killed in the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela’s Yaracuy region.
The tragic news was confirmed by Venezuelan top-flight club Deportivo La Guaira, which expressed condolences to the defender and his family.
Family Confirmed Dead After Building Collapse
According to the club, Trejo’s wife, Yanina Maranella, and their children, Aaron and Ainhoa Trejo, died after the residential building where they were staying collapsed during the twin earthquakes.
The family had initially been reported missing as rescue teams searched through the debris before authorities confirmed their deaths.
Club Pays Tribute to Lucas Trejo
In an official statement, Deportivo La Guaira expressed solidarity with the Argentine defender during the difficult time.
The club extended condolences to Trejo and his loved ones while paying tribute to the memories of his wife and children.
Trejo Was Away With His Team
Lucas Trejo was not with his family when the disaster struck.
The defender was in Caracas with his club, Maritimo, preparing for an upcoming league match while his family remained in Playa Grande, one of the areas worst affected by the earthquakes.
After learning about the collapse, Trejo launched an urgent appeal on social media, asking people to pray for his family and share any information that could help locate them.
Emotional Appeal Before Tragic Confirmation
Before rescue teams confirmed the deaths, Trejo posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying he had lost contact with his family after their apartment building collapsed.
The emotional appeal spread widely across social media as football fans, teammates and members of the public expressed hope that his loved ones would be found alive.
Unfortunately, rescue authorities later confirmed the tragic outcome.
Venezuela Earthquake Leaves Widespread Destruction
The twin earthquakes have caused widespread devastation across Venezuela.
According to United Nations estimates, nearly 1,000 people have lost their lives, tens of thousands remain missing, and up to 6.76 million people could be affected by the disaster.
Emergency responders continue search-and-rescue operations while humanitarian agencies work to provide relief to survivors in the hardest-hit regions.
The tragedy has prompted an outpouring of support from the global football community, with players, clubs and supporters extending condolences to Lucas Trejo as he copes with the devastating loss of his family.
