Mother of Former Jacksonville Jaguars Player Found Dead Near Creek; Player Reported Missing
Former NFL player sought by authorities in connection with mother’s death in suburban Chicago
Maywood, Ill. – A search is underway for a former NFL player after the body of his 73-year-old mother was discovered near a creek behind her suburban Chicago residence. Sergio Brown, 35, and Myrtle Brown were reported missing by relatives on Saturday in Maywood, prompting law enforcement involvement in the investigation.
Following the report, officers located the lifeless body of Myrtle Brown. A subsequent examination by a medical examiner on Sunday confirmed that she had sustained injuries consistent with an assault. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation as authorities work diligently to shed light on the tragic event.
Sergio Brown, who played as a defensive back for several NFL teams between 2010 and 2016, including the New England Patriots, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Buffalo Bills, is the subject of the ongoing search. Born and raised in Maywood, he attended Proviso East High School and later pursued his education at the prestigious University of Notre Dame in Indiana.
Maywood, located approximately 12 miles (19 kilometers) west of Chicago, is now gripped by this shocking incident, as the community anxiously awaits updates on the investigation. The local authorities, in collaboration with relevant law enforcement agencies, are leaving no stone unturned in their efforts to locate Sergio Brown and determine his potential involvement in his mother’s tragic demise.
As the investigation unfolds, the public is encouraged to come forward with any information that may assist in the search for Sergio Brown. The authorities understand the urgency of this case and are committed to ensuring that justice is served for the grieving family.
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