Greg Halman Killed By Brother Over Loud Music this early Monday morning. Patricia Wessels, Rotterdam Police spokeswoman, told The Associated Press that the loud music might have played a part in his death, it “appears to be the reason the victim walked downstairs.” Jason Halman, brother, lives on the floor underneath Halman, it is said that he went downstairs to confront about the loud music and after that the police do not know what happened. They are currently trying to piece together what lead to this tragic ending. Wessels told AP, “It will take some time to figure out what exactly happened.” Jason Halman was already picked up by police while on “the streets” this morning.
Mike Nicotera, Halman’s agent, has already released his statement to press, “We are shocked and incredibly saddened by the news this morning. Hopefully in time we will all be able to come to terms with the tragic loss of such a passionate, good hearted, generous and faithful young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with Greg’s family, friends and loved ones. This hurts.”
Bud Selig, MLB commissioner released his statement, “The loss of a talented 24-year-old young man like Greg, amid such tragic circumstances, is painful for all of us throughout the game. On behalf of Major League Baseball, I send my deepest condolences to the entire Mariners organization and to all those whose lives were touched by Greg.”
The Mariners also paid tribute to the young baseball player, “Greg was a part of our organization since he was 16 and we saw him grow into a passionate young man and talented baseball player. He had an infectious smile that would greet you in the clubhouse, and he was a tremendous teammate. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Greg’s family,” said by chairman Howard Lincoln, president Chuck Armstrong and general manager Jack Zduriencik.
Michael Weiner, president of the MLB Players Association, released a statement explaining how “deeply saddened” that the union was when they learned of Halman’s death. “Greg was passionate about the game of baseball and generously gave of himself to share his passion with others in an attempt to help grow the sport’s popularity across Europe. He will be sorely missed. Having played for the Netherlands in the 2009 World Baseball Classic, and having participated in the recent 2011 European Big League Tour, Greg’s lasting legacy is sure to be the trail he helped blaze for European youth to follow in his footsteps.”
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