Reports from a major outlet confirm that Sergio Jauregui, a former Bolivian national team player, was shot and killed on a soccer field during an amateur friendly match held in Cuautla, Mexico. The incident occurred as Jauregui, aged 38, paused at the sideline to drink water. An unidentified assailant appeared beside him, opened fire with a firearm, firing six shots before escaping on a motorcycle. Emergency responders arrived, but there was no chance to save the player. The tragedy has sparked a swift investigation by local authorities, who are pursuing leads to identify the shooter and motive. This night of violence has shaken the local amateur soccer community and drawn condolences from his former club and teammates. The incident is being treated as a criminal act, and officials have pledged a thorough inquiry to bring those responsible to justice. (Citation: contemporary sports news agencies reporting on the event)
Jauregui is associated with Atlético San Luis Rey, the club that issued public condolences to his family following the loss. The team, along with fans and fellow players, are seeking answers as investigators work to reconstruct the sequence of events that led to the shooting on the field. Police have urged anyone with information to come forward as part of the ongoing probe. (Citation: local law enforcement statements and team press releases cited in contemporary reports)
Throughout his career, Jauregui represented Bolivian clubs Blooming and San Jose, and he also spent time with Yverdon-Sport in Switzerland. He earned 13 caps for the Bolivia national team and concluded his professional playing career in 2012. His broader career included appearances in domestic leagues and international club matches, contributing to Bolivia’s presence on the regional football scene during his playing years. (Citation: career summaries from national team records and club histories)
In 2009, Jauregui faced disciplinary action after a clash with Oriente Petrolero striker Leonardo Medina, receiving a nine-month suspension. This disciplinary episode is a noted moment in his professional journey, reflecting the competitive intensity of Bolivian football during that period. (Citation: federation disciplinary records and match reports)
Maradona’s eldest son recently stated that his father was killed, a claim that has circulated in media discussions surrounding the broader context of football legend Diego Maradona’s legacy. Such statements have been met with caution by news outlets as details continue to emerge and families of figures involved in the sport respond to the evolving news cycle. (Citation: interviews and media coverage related to the Maradona family discussions)