Olympic star shot and killed
An Olympic sprinter has been shot and killed while trying to break up a fight.
Shavez Hart, an Olympian from the Bahamas, tragically died just days before his 30th birthday when a fight between a group of men broke out in the carpark of a nightclub.
According to reports, one man left the scene but returned armed with a gun and opened fire, shooting Hart in the chest around 2am.
The Olympian was taken to hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Police have taken a suspect into custody and an investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
The Bahamas Olympic Committee paid tribute to the sprinter in a statement.
They said, "The Olympic family is saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Shavez Hart."
"He was always very humble, yet proud and determined to offer the very best of himself for the sake of country."
Hart's mother told the Nassau Guardian her son will be greatly missed.
She said, "He was such a good son – very quiet and always helpful."
"He did a lot of work in the community and was always trying to give back. I will certainly miss him."
The country's Prime Minister Philip Brave Davies paid his respects in a tweet and said, "On behalf of my family and the people of The Bahamas, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of Shavez Hart."
"As a country, we've been blessed to have had an amazing athlete carry our flag worldwide."
"Ann and I will keep the family of Shavez in our thoughts and prayers."
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