A race with a deadly end: young trail running talent found dead after disappearing in race
Ecuadorian athlete David Patricio Factos Lopez, 29, was found dead in a 700-meter-deep ravine in the Los Illinizas Ecological Reserve, in the La Virgen sector, within the Latacunga canton. Factos had disappeared on Sunday, May 18 while participating in a demanding high mountain trail running race. His trail was lost during the race when he failed to cross the finish line despite having started with the rest of the runners from El Chaupi.After more than 48 hours of searching, in which firefighters from Latacunga, Mejia and Quito, as well as military personnel, police and volunteers participated, the worst outcome was confirmed. "With deep regret we inform the public that the body of the outstanding sportsman David Patricio Factos Lopez has been found lifeless," said the Latacunga Fire Department in a statement.A special day! Brittany Mahomes celebrates her first Mother's Day […]
