The German city of Dusseldorf has lost an official during an athletic event after being speared in the throat with a Javelin.
Dieter Strack who was 74-year-old was rushed to hospital after the accident but died due to the injuries.
Reports say Dieter had gone to measure a throw but was hit by a javelin before it hit the ground.
The competition was called off after the incident.
The competitor a 15-year-old who threw the javelin is receiving psychological counseling.
In a press statement released by the Local Athletics Association, Dieter was a “Much loved and experienced sports judge”.
“All of us who were there are horrified and in shock… We will always remember Dieter Strack,”
Dieter Strack who was 74-year-old was rushed to hospital after the accident but died due to the injuries.
Reports say Dieter had gone to measure a throw but was hit by a javelin before it hit the ground.
The competition was called off after the incident.
The competitor a 15-year-old who threw the javelin is receiving psychological counseling.
In a press statement released by the Local Athletics Association, Dieter was a “Much loved and experienced sports judge”.
“All of us who were there are horrified and in shock… We will always remember Dieter Strack,”
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