The luxury Costa Rican hotel where the teenage son of New York Yankees champion Brett Gardner died has said it is cooperating with an investigation into the tragedy.
Miller Gardner, 14, is said to have died ‘after a possible intoxication after apparently ingesting some food,’ officials in Costa Rica told NBC News, and Gardner and his wife Jessica said in announcing their son’s death that several others family members had gotten sick during the trip.
Now, in a statement to DailyMail.Com, Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort have said: ‘We are deeply saddened by this loss, and our hearts go out to the family during this incredibly difficult time.
‘The factors that led to this tragic incident are unknown, and we are fully cooperating with authorities as they investigate.
‘We remain committed to supporting our guests and staff, prioritizing their well-being and safety, while respecting the privacy of those affected.’
The resort, located in the rainforest town of Manuel Antonio, boasts direct beach access, offers expert naturalist guides and a ‘stimulating, colorful, and exciting’ food menu, according to its website.
Miller Gardner (second right) died over the weekend, his parents Brett and Jessica announced
The Arenas Del Mar website insists that ‘only the best ends up on your plate’ and ‘yes, you’ll eat only the freshest ingredients’ at the resort, which includes the Playitas Beachfront Restaurant and Mirador Oceanview Restaurant.
The resort also employs a ‘Dock to Dish’ program for the fish that it serves to guests.
Gardner and his wife Jessica announced the awful news over the weekend, explaining that their son had fallen ill ‘along with several other family members’.
The couple confirmed that Miller had passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday March 21.
‘With heavy hearts we are saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller,’ they said.
‘He was 14 years old and has left us far too soon after falling ill along with several other family members while on vacation.’
They continued: ‘We have so many questions and so few answers at this point, but we do know that he passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21st.’
Gardner, 41, played 14 seasons with the Yankees between 2008 and 2021 and was part of their 2009 World Series-winning team.
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