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11:38 AM PT– The Texas Department of Public Safety informs TMZ Sports … Mazion was taking a trip in his 2010 Cadillac STS at around 9:40 p.m. when, unexpectedly, he crossed the center median into oncoming traffic.
Its uncertain to police what triggered Mazion to go off course … however officials state he struck the rear quarter panel of a Nissan Sentra prior to ultimately clashing head-on with a Honda Pilot.
Law enforcement says Mazion was pronounced deceased on the scene. They state the driver of the Honda, a 61-year-old male, was later on noticable deceased at a regional hospital.
9:00 AM PT– Oscar De La Hoyas Golden Boy Promotions has provided a statement stating, theyre “deeply saddened by the tragic passing” of their fighter Travell Mazion.
” Mazion was a kind, charismatic boy who lit up every space he walked into and brought enjoyment to fans inside the ring. We send wholehearted prayers and ideas to his household. Might he rest in peace.”
Unbeaten boxing star Travell Mazion– referred to as “Black Magic”– was killed Wednesday in an automobile crash in Austin, TMZ Sports has validated.
He was just 24.
Information about the crash are uncertain– were dealing with it.
Mazion was 17-0 as a pro– most just recently defeating Fernando Castaneda at the Alamodome in San Antonio back in January.
It was an impressive 58-second victory for Mazion– who won the NABF 154 pound title while doing so.
Travell was a gifted guy with tremendous potential. As soon as backed by NFL star Von Miller, he was.
Tributes are already putting in from the boxing world.
Fighter Vergil Ortiz Jr. said, “I cant think it, R.I.P Travell Mazion.”
” For those who dont know him or never ever satisfied him, he was an extremely gifted fighter and among the coolest individuals I understood. Always taken pleasure in watching him combat. Love you bro, see over us.”
Originally Published– 6:00 AM PT
” Mazion was a kind, charismatic young man who lit up every space he strolled into and brought excitement to fans inside the ring. We send out sincere prayers and thoughts to his family.” For those who do not understand him or never met him, he was an extremely skilled boxer and one of the coolest people I understood. Constantly taken pleasure in viewing him battle.
