Tommy Lazzaro, former central michigan quarterback and sergeant in the United States Army, tragically died in a hunting accident over the weekend, according to officials. He was 27 years old.
Lazzaro, who served with the 2nd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group, was shot by a stray bullet at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida on Sunday while driving to help another soldier who was having trouble with his car, a spokesman for the 7th Special Forces Group said. said Task and purpose.
Quarterback Tommy Lazzaro, #7, celebrates with tight end Bernhard Raimann #86 of the Central Michigan Chippewas after scoring a touchdown against the Miami (OH) Redhawks during the first half of the MAC Championship at Ford Field on July 7 December 2019 in Detroit. , Michigan. (Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
A hunter shooting in the field fired. According to the report, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office described the incident as a “tragic hunting accident.”
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“We are deeply saddened by the loss of U.S. Army Sergeant Thomas Lazzaro of 2nd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne),” Col. Patrick Nelson, commander of 7th SFG(A), said in a statement to the news site.
“We will never forget his dedication, courage, and commitment to safeguarding our freedoms. His absence leaves a void that will be felt professionally and personally among those who had the honor of working with Thomas. Our deepest condolences are extended to his family, friends, and comrades during this difficult time.
Central Michigan also issued a statement mourning the loss of former Chippe was the quarterback.
Quarterback Tommy Lazzaro, #7, of the Central Michigan Chippewas celebrates after running for a touchdown against the Miami (OH) Redhawks during the second half of the MAC Championship at Ford Field on December 7, 2019, in Detroit, Michigan . (Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
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“When we took over the program, Tommy was truly our leader in many ways,” former head coach Jim McElwain said in a statement provided by the school. “CMU Football was lucky to have him and will always remember him for everything he did for so many of us. He will be missed by all Chippewas.”
Lazzaro played four years at Central Michigan, where he made five starts between 2016 and 2019. During the 2019 season, he led the Chippewas to a 6-2 record in conference games and bowl appearances. He finished his career at Central Michigan with 542 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns and 758 passing yards and five touchdowns.
Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Tommy Lazzaro (7) warms up before a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Spartan Stadium on September 29, 2018. (Mike Carter-USA Today Sports)
According to Central Michigan, Lazzaro graduated with a degree in entrepreneurship in 2019 and joined the army follow in the footsteps of his father and grandfather.
