Tragedy at Atlético Nacional: loyal fan of the club dies in an accident

There is mourning and sadness in the squad National Athletic. On Sunday night it was confirmed the death of Jorge Iván Álvarez, better known in the club as 'Vitri', after a fatal traffic accident in Medellín.

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The authorities confirmed the death of the friend of the Atlético Nacional players who was faithful to the club for more than 20 years. 'Vitri' was known for helping soccer players with some errands.

“An unconditional fan who was never missing, as well as a great human being. Thank you for the support, the good energy and for always wearing the colors of the greatest. Rest in peace, Vitri“were the words of Nacional to say goodbye to a very close person.

According to the testimony of some people, the 63-year-old man died after being hit by a motorcycle around 10:57 p.m. on 10A Street and 37th Street, in the neighborhood. The town.

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'Vitri' was crossing the street when the vehicle providing a home service hit him and caused his death at the scene.

When the police officers arrived Judicial police of the Medellín Mobility Secretariat, They confirmed that 'Vitri' was without vital signs and they began the process to remove the body.

The driver of the motorcycle, a 44-year-old woman, suffered several injuries, a fracture in her hands and some lacerations from the accident, and was taken to the Las Vegas Clinic in the city.

According to information from several people close to the club, the emblem that accompanied the team in the Copa Libertadores 2016 and he was a very good friend of Alexander Mejía.

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