4 Soccer Players Killed After Being Struck by Lightning During Game
Originally appeared on E! Online
An unexpected weather pattern has sparked tragedy in South America.
Four female soccer players were killed after being struck by lightning after a storm interrupted their match in rural Colombia Feb. 9, according to multiple reports.
After seeking shelter from the storm, Jeidy Morales, Daniela Mosquera, Luz Lame and Etelvina Mosquera—who hailed from nearby Piedras Negras—were ultimately struck and killed by the lightning, local outlet Cauca Hoy reported. The tragedy took place in the village of El Real, Casas Bajas, located within the town of Cajibio.
'The women were participating in a football tournament when the emergency occurred,' government spokesperson Lesly Valencia said following the incident, per National World. 'A lightning bolt struck a tree and that was what caused the death of the four women.'
The victims had been participating in a weekly soccer championship organized Cajibio's municipal administration, Piedras Negras action board president Elmer Giovanny Mosquera told Cauca Hoy. He added that it was not raining when the lightning struck, but noted that the sky was 'cloudy.'
E! News has reached out to Lesly Valencia for comment but has not yet heard back.
In light of the devastating loss, tributes have surfaced online from loved ones paying their respects to the victims.
'What sad news,' one mourner wrote, per National World. 'Rest in peace Daniela.'
More from E! Online
Titanic Submersible: New Audio Recording Appears to Reveal Moment of Implosion
Travis Kelce Skipped Chiefs' After-Party Following Super Bowl Loss
Kourtney Kardashian's New Glimpse at Son Rocky Barker Will Rock Your World
The natural phenomenon also claimed the life of a man in attendance who later died in hospital, National World reported citing local media. The report also noted that two other women were left with serious burns as a result of the lightning strike.
In a message shared on the Cajibio municipal government's Facebook page Feb. 11, mayor Diana Carolina Cabanillas Valencia extended "deepest condolences" to the victims' families and friends.
"We join together in solidarity with their families and friends at this difficult time, sending them our deepest condolences," the Spanish-language post read. "May their memory remain in the hearts of those who knew them and may strength be with them through this painful process."
E! News has reached out to Valencia for comment but has not yet heard back.
In light of the devastating loss, tributes have surfaced online from loved ones paying their respects to the victims.
'What sad news,' one mourner wrote, per National World. 'Rest in peace Daniela.'
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Newsweek
20 minutes ago
- Newsweek
NY Giants Veteran Revealed Russell Wilson's Unique Move
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Heading into their first season without Daniel Jones under center for Week 1 in some time, the New York Giants have a unique setup at the quarterback position. At the top is the multi-time Pro Bowler Russell Wilson. Behind him is the former first-rounder out of Florida State, Jameis Winston. Then, the Giants have one of their homegrown backups in Tommy DeVito, along with the first-round rookie, Jaxson Dart. There are a lot of recognizable names in the quarterback room this season, but Wilson is expected to lead the charge when the Giants make it to Week 1. Some might suggest that Wilson doesn't have much to prove at this stage of his career. He's accomplished most things that not every quarterback can say they have. However, Winston recently revealed to the media that's not the case. Not the case for Wilson—not the case for him. "I believe that we all have something to prove to ourselves," Winston told reporters. The backup quarterback then shared a unique tidbit about Wilson's slightly superstitious approach to his first season with the New York Giants. Jameis Winston shares that Russell Wilson's locker is the same locker that he had when he won the Super Bowl with the Seahawks at MetLife Stadium. (via @SNYGiants) — SleeperGiants (@SleeperGiants) June 17, 2025 "The first story that Russ shared with me was his locker position," Winston explained. "He's sitting in the same locker that he sat in when he won the Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks. I think that gives some type of context of what it means to him. Every year, especially at the quarterback position, there's only one of us. We have to approach that with a type of integrity, and the type of responsibility that no one else has." Wilson is searching for that spark that he had in Seattle some time ago. During his run with the Seattle Seahawks, Wilson was one of the top signal-callers in the game, playing on one of the most dominant teams in the league. While he only has one Super Bowl victory on his resume, it was an impressive accomplishment at MetLife Stadium back in February 2014, as the Seahawks dominated the Denver Broncos 43-8. Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts as he stretches prior to an NFL Football game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts as he stretches prior to an NFL Football game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Baltimore, completed 18 of his 25 passes for 206 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions. He also rushed for 26 yards on three carries. Since Wilson parted ways with the Seahawks in 2021, he's had a hard time finding that same spark again. His run with the Denver Broncos was forgettable. After two seasons, Wilson went to the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he started 11 games, including one playoff outing, his first in four years. The Giants likely view the 36-year-old as a one-year rental, but they are invested in him as a win-now presence. Wilson certainly seems motivated to prove he can still win at a high level. Perhaps, the locker location helps him find that Seattle spark. For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
an hour ago
- USA Today
4-star Alabama target announces official commitment date
Yet another Alabama Crimson Tide football recruiting target will be announcing their commitment decision over the coming days. According to a post on social media Friday afternoon, Roman Voss will be announcing his decision this upcoming Monday, June 23. Voss will decide between Alabama and the Minnesota Golden Gophers, two finalists he recently announced back in May. At the moment, Voss is currently considered as the nation's No. 207 overall player according to the 247Sports Composite rankings, as well as the No. 1 prospect in the state of Minnesota where he attends Jackson County Central High School. Voss, a four-star prospect, is also ranked as the No. 12 overall athlete nationally. The decision of Voss is yet another to add to what is a loaded next two weeks for the Crimson Tide. Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
USA Today
an hour ago
- USA Today
Where Auburn stands in Claude Mpouma's recruitment ahead of his June commitment date
Auburn remains in the mix to land the four-star lineman from Illinois ahead of his commitment date. Four-star offensive tackle Claude Mpouma included the Auburn Tigers in his top five schools this week, and has set a commitment date. Where does Auburn stand in the mix? The offensive lineman from Chicago, Illinois, announced on social media that he will announce his pledge on Sunday, June 29, and that Auburn is among the top programs that remain in contention to land him. The Tigers join Ohio State, Florida, Michigan, and Nebraska in the race for Mpouma's signature. A successful visit to the Plains earlier this month is a key reason why Auburn remains high on Mpouma's radar. In an interview with Jeffrey Lee of On3, Mpouma said that offensive line coach Jake Thornton and defensive line coach Vontrell King-Williams, who is an alum of the high school that Mpouma attends, is selling Auburn well and that Auburn is a "top three" school for him, and that they are not the No. 3 school for him. What makes Auburn special to Mpouma? 'The culture. They're pretty big on that,' Mpouma said in an interview with Auburn Live. 'I feel like that's a big thing, too. That's something I respect a lot.' Now that we know Auburn is one of the top schools to land Mpouma, what are the odds that they close the deal? On3's Recruiting Prediction Machine currently gives Nebraska a slight edge over Auburn, 33% to 24%. He has zero crystal ball predictions from 247Sports, but those predictions could start filing in this week ahead of his commitment date. Mpouma is a 6-8, 260-pound offensive tackle from Chicago, Illinois. He is considered a four-star prospect by every major recruiting outlet and ranks as high as No. 12 among offensive linemen rankings in 2026. Auburn's recruiting class ranks No. 57 in 247Sports' 2026 recruiting rankings, so a commitment fro Mpouma would do wonders for a class that is currently struggling in the rankings. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow Taylor on Twitter @TaylorJones__
