Fight fans are aware of the shocking death of Arturo Gatti Junior, who was found hanged in Mexico earlier this month. The news stunned the boxing world, as teenager Gatti Jr passed away in an eerily similar way to his legendary father, Arturo “Thunder” Gatti, who died 16 years ago. Now, in a stunning twist, the death of Gatti Jr is reportedly being investigated as a homicide.
As per a report from The Daily Mail, the Gatti family has confirmed how authorities are looking into the case to find out if in fact there was foul play at work. To this day, so many Arturo Gatti fans refuse to believe the all-action ring warrior took his own life, as is the official line, with some of these people thinking Gatti was actually murdered. Now, Gatti Jr’s death seems destined to be marred in controversy and suspicion also.
Family Launches International Effort to Find the Truth
“I want to thank everyone who has supported the ongoing effort to uncover the truth about my brother, Arturo Gatti Jr’s death,” Sofia Gatti, Gatti Jr’s sister, wrote on a GoFundMe page.
Sofia added how “legal and investigative steps have been taken” in Mexico, Canada, and the United States. The Gatti family, Sofia also added, seeks “truth and justice for Arturo.”
As of right now, nobody has any idea who would want to murder Gatti Jr, or why, and the case may well go on for some period of time. But along with nobody knowing why anyone would want to kill Gatti Jr, nobody can understand why he would want to take his own life. Above all, let’s all hope the Gatti family members, who have been through more than enough horror over the last 16 years, can find peace.
Forensics, Fingerprints, and Toxicology Tests Underway
The investigation in the death of Gatti Jr will move forward with forensic work, including expanded toxicology, fingerprint testing, and expert consultations. Meanwhile, the family have filed for the preservation of Gatti Jr’s remains.
Who knows what this investigation will unearth over the coming months—maybe even years?