Boxer, 21, found dead wrapped in blanket with | Boxing News

A police investigation has been launched after a rising boxing star was found dead on a roadside. Mexican boxing has been plunged into mourning after the physique of Jesus Ivan Mercado Cabrera was found wrapped in a blanket and tape in a desert space close to the border between the states of Sonora and Baja California, just south of the US border.

The 21-year-old, who was one of the nation’s top prospects, had been reported lacking. After a suspicious bundle was reported close to a street, Mercado Cabrera was recognized by his varied tattoos. There have been no indicators of bodily violence on the deceased, but police consider he was murdered, according to local media. A gaggle from San Luis Rio Colorado that was trying for Mercado Cabrera issued a assertion confirming his death.

It read: “Family located. The young man who was found dead has been identified by his relatives, who will begin the necessary procedures to give him a Christian and dignified burial. RIP Jesus Ivan Mercado Cabrera.

“We thank everyone who took the time to react and share our post. Thanks to everyone, he will return to his loved ones. Thank you for your support in sharing and showing empathy for the suffering of others. ”

Mercado Cabrera had a skilled file of seven wins, 9 losses and one draw from his 17 skilled fights. Despite the quantity of defeats on his data, there have been high hopes he might go far in the game.

Known as ‘Rafaguita’ and initially from Nogales, Mercado Cabrera is said to have just lately moved to San Luis Rio Colorado to additional his profession. Devastated followers have taken to social media to pay tribute to the younger fighter. One said: “Rest in power young king.” Another added: “May you rest, fierce warrior, champ.”

The news of Mercado Cabrera’s death provides to a tragic week for the game following the passing of former world champion Ricky Hatton, who was found dead on Sunday morning. Greater Manchester Police said there have been no suspicious circumstances.

The death of the 46-year-old, one of the most fashionable British boxers of all time, has triggered an outpouring of tributes from across the sporting world. A household assertion issued via Hatton’s Instagram account on Wednesday said Hatton had been found by his long-time supervisor, Paul Speak.

“We are all distraught at the events of recent days,” the assertion started. “To all our knowledge, despite his well-documented struggles, Richard was in a good place.

“He was excited for the future; his bag was packed ready to go to Dubai to promote a comeback fight and he was planning a celebration in Dubai, which his beloved girls Millie and Fearne were to be the centre of.”