Former Tommy Lazarus central michigan A former U.S. Army quarterback and sergeant died tragically in a hunting accident over the weekend, officials said. He was 27 years old.
Lazarus, a member of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group, was struck by a stray bullet Sunday as he drove to help another soldier who had car trouble at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. (7th Special Forces Group Public Affairs Officer) said: tasks and objectives.
Central Michigan Chippewa tight end Bernhard Reimann after scoring a touchdown during the first half of the MAC Championship game against the Miami (O) Redhawks at Ford Field in Detroit, Dec. 7, 2019. Quarterback #7 Tommy Lazarus, Michigan State, celebrates with #86. (Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
A hunter who was shooting at a shooting range opened fire. The Walton County Sheriff's Office described the incident as a “tragic hunting accident,” according to the report.
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“We deeply mourn the loss of Sergeant Thomas Lazaro of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), U.S. Army,” Col. Patrick Nelson, 7th SFG(A) commander, said in a statement to the news site.
“We will never forget his dedication, courage and dedication to defending our freedoms. His absence will be missed professionally and among those who had the honor of working with Thomas.” It will leave a void that is also felt personally. We are his family, friends and comrades during this difficult time.
Central Michigan also released a statement mourning the former's death. Chippe was the quarterback.
The Central Michigan Chippewa 7 celebrates after rushing for a touchdown during the second half of the MAC Championship game against the Miami (O) Redhawks on December 7, 2019 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. No. 1 quarterback, Tommy Lazarus. (Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
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“Tommy was truly our leader in many ways when we took over the program,” former head coach Jim McElwain said in a statement provided by the school. “CMU football was lucky to have him and will always remember all he did for so many of us. He will be missed by all of the Chippewa Nation. ”
Lazaro played four years at Central Michigan, starting five games from 2016 to 2019. During the 2019 season, he led the Chippewas to a 6-2 record in conference play and bowl appearances. He finished his career at Central Michigan University with 542 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns and 758 passing yards and five touchdowns.
Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Tommy Lazzaro, 7, warms up before a game against the Michigan State Spartans on September 29, 2018 at Spartan Stadium. (Mike Carter-USA Today Sports)
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Lazaro joined the company in 2019 after graduating with a degree in entrepreneurship, Central Michigan said. army Following in the footsteps of my father and grandfather.
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