Pro wrestler Vince Steele dead at 39 after suffering cardiac event during match in NJ

Star independent wrestler Vince Steele, known as “The Jurassic Juggernaut,” has died after suffering a medical emergency during a match on Sunday.He was 39.According to PWInsider, Steele was participating in a four-way bout at a Brii Combination Wrestling (BCW) event in Ridgefield Park, N.J.That is when the New York City native suffered a “cardiac event,” Fightful reported.“During yesterday’s event, Vince suffered a medical emergency in the ring.

We want to express our deepest gratitude to the Ridgefield Park Police Department, who were on the scene within minutes and immediately provided emergency medical assistance,” BCW posted on X on Monday.“Despite their rapid response and the best efforts of first responders, we tragically lost Vince.”“This is an unimaginable loss, and we ask for patience and respect as we process this tragedy,” BCW added.

“We will share more details in the coming days on how we plan to honor Vince’s incredible legacy.”In addition to BCW, Steele worked with Coastal Championship Wrestling (CCW) in Florida and ACE Pro Wrestling in New Jersey.He had been wrestling since 2004.“We are heartbroken to learn about the passing of ‘The Jurassic Juggernaut’ Vince Steele.

Our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and his fans,” CCW posted on X.“Rest In Peace, big man.

You will forever be missed.”The entire pro wrestling community is now grieving the loss of “The Jurassic Juggernaut.”“[Sunday] was the worst day of my career.Vince Steele gave everything to pro wrestling & today he gave his life for it,” said fellow pro wrestler Vincent Michaels.

“Every single wrestler/referee/crew on hand did everything they could to keep him going & they should be proud of that.I know I am.”...