The former WWE wrestler went missing over the weekend while at Venice Beach with his son
WWE star Shad Gaspard has been found dead three days after he went missing over the weekend while at Venice Beach with his son, the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office confirmed to PEOPLE.
The Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Division tweeted early Wednesday, "@lacolifeguards @LACOFD @LAPDHQ respond to #VenicePier to a report of a body along the shoreline that matches the description of Sunday’s missing swimmer."You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications.
The body was transferred to the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office, who told PEOPLE they identified the deceased as Gaspard. that they responded to a medical request at 3:56 p.m. local time on Sunday near 4200 S. Ocean Front Walk for two reported missing swimmers, a 39-year-old man and his son, a 10-year-old boy.
The boy was eventually located by rescuers and did not require hospital transport. The Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Division is currently leading the continued search for the adult male, Stewart's statement read. on Monday, saying Gaspard — a member of tag team Cryme Tyme — was enjoying a beach day and swimming with his son when they were both caught under a strong ocean current. that before his disappearance, Gaspard directed rescuers to first help his son.
"Shad is a fighter, a warrior and a magical soul. We are hoping and praying for his safe return," said the family. "As a family we thank you all for your concern and well wishes. Please continue to keep sending your positivity and prayers to our beloved Shad."
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