Miller Gardner, the youngest son of the former New Yarka Britta Gardner midfielder, died on 21 March At the age of 14, during the holidays with the family in Costa -Cric.
Carbon monoxide poisoning was Cause of deathAuthorities in Costa -Rice confirmed on April 2. Was detected a high level of toxic gas In the test of the family room.
That's what we know about Miller Gardner's death.
What happened to Miller Gardner?
Miller Gardner's parents said in a statement that he had died after he and several other family members became ill while vacation. They did not specify who else became ill with what particular disease they dealt with or what symptoms they survived.
Where did Gardes stop?
Gard family was resting at the Arenas Del -mar and Rainforest Resort, which is located along the Costa -Ryki Pacific, approximately 50 miles south of San Khase.
“We are deeply upset by this loss, and our hearts go into the family at this incredibly difficult time,” the resort said on Tuesday, March 25.
The resort also told CBS News that the hotel staff responded to the incident according to the protocol, saying: “The hotel staff immediately sent a medical team, including a licensed doctor who arrived to cope with the emergency. Any medical assistance was done by medical workers. Our staff did not care.”
What do officials say about the cause of death?
Randal Zuniga, director of the court investigation agency, or Oij, said on March 31 that investigators conducted testing in the hotel room where Gardner had been staying and revealed a high level of carbon monoxide, which, he said, could be caused by cars in the next room. The pollution they found forced the investigators to believe that Gardner “may have died of inhalation of these highly dangerous gases” said Zhaniga.
The cause of the death was confirmed after Gardner was checked on carboxyhemoglobin, connected that is generated when carbon monoxide It binds to hemoglobin in the blood, Zhaniga believes. The test showed the saturation of carboxyhemoglobin in 64%. The saturation is considered to be mortal if it exceeds 50%.
The head of the Costa -Ryki judiciary also stated that a “layer” was discovered during the opening on Gardner's bodies. This layer is formed from the high presence of carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide It is an odorless gas that is produced by burning fossil fuels in equipment such as machines, oven, certain heaters and generators. Symptoms Carbon monoxide poisoning may include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and confusion.
Zuniga said the investigation was “cramped” with the FBI.
In a statement on March 31, the hotel told CBS News that he carefully cooperated with Costa Rica's judicial authorities who had taken over. “
“We believe that the judicial -medical process will be objectively, clearly and finally clarify the causes of this unhappy incident,” the hotel said.
OIJ director said he conducts three types of analyzes, including a report on toxicology in his forensic laboratories.
Why does the early reports say that the cause was food poisoning or “food intoxication”?
Initially, asphyxia was considered the cause of death, although this theory was excluded after the opening conducted in the court pathology section. The initial statement stated: “Previous reports show that the cause of death is asphyxia after possible food poisoning.”
Some newsletters quote a local official who referred to a possible “food intoxication”, but in this name there is no condition, and in this context, it seems, meant the same as food poisoning.
After reports of possible food poisoning, Hotel La Mariposa, located less than miles from where Gardans left, released a statement to decide what is called “Social Media”.
“Gardner's family had dinner at our restaurant, Le Papilo, after lunch Tuesday, March 18, 2025 – three days before the tragic passage of Miller. Any claims that suggest the connection of our restaurant and this mental event, are completely false and unjustified,” the restaurant said. “Any news, statements or claims to the opposite do not reflect the reality of the situation. In addition, we have no additional information because Gardner's family did not stay in our hotel.” The hotel also expanded its “Gardner's sincere condolences”.
The Arenas Del Mar resort, where Gardes was located, said in their statement: “The family did not eat in any of the restaurants arena del Mar for lunch or dinner.
What did Gardner's family say?
In the statement Before the cause of death was confirmedMiller Gardner's parents, Bret and Jessica Gardner, They said they had “so many questions and so little.”
“Miller was his beloved son and brother, and we cannot yet understand his life without his infectious smile,” they said. “He loved football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his family and his friends. He lived full every day.”
“We are so grateful to everyone who has addressed support and encouragement during this difficult time, and we are sure that our faith, family and friends will help us navigate this incredible loss,” the statement continued. “Our prayers go to Miller's teammates and friends, as well as all other families who have lost their baby too quickly when we share our grief.”
As also obituary Posted on the Internet, described by Miller Gardner as a pride student who played football and baseball and liked to travel with his family.
“Pustan passes Miller's leaves in the hearts of her family, friends, teammates, teachers, coaches and others will feel for years,” the statement said. “Miller's time was short here with them, but his spirit would be forever through those who suffered from how he lived.”
What did the Yankees say?
New York Yankees, where Bret Gardner played 14 years old, released the following statement after the news of Miller Gardner's death became publicly available.
“Our hearts are heavy, and the Yankees' family is filled with grief, learning about the passage of Miller Gardner. The words feel minor and insufficient in trying to describe such incredible loss. It is not only Brett, which has literally grew in this organization for more than 17 years – like his wife, Jessica and two boys.
We grieve with Brest, Jessica, Hunter, and their community of the family and friends in mourning with the loss of Miller, who had a sparkle in the eyes, a outgoing and festival person, and warm and loving nature.
Our love for Gardner's family is unconditional and absolute, and we offer our solid support, understanding their desire for privacy at this time.
Let Miller rest in the world. “
Who is Bret Gardner?
Bret Gardner is a former baseball player who has held all his professional career with New Yanki. Originally from North Carolina, he was originally drafted into Yankees in 2005 and was first summoned in 2008 before becoming a normal starter next season. During his 14th seasons, which was in 2009, he won one world series, in 2016 received the All-Star performance and the Gold Glove Prize in 2016.
As a newcomer, Gardner scored the final mileage at the Yanka's old stadium in 2008, which was replaced next year.
His last season was in 2021.
He contributed to this report.