Brett Gardner’s Son Dies of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Costa Rica

The son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, Miller Gardner, tragically passed away due to carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica. The incident, confirmed by Costa Rican officials, has brought attention to the dangers of carbon monoxide, especially in vacation settings.

Miller, aged 2, was found unresponsive in a rental home in Jaco, a popular tourist destination. The family had been enjoying their time away when the tragedy struck. Carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas, can be deadly if not detected early. This incident underscores the importance of having functioning carbon monoxide detectors in all living spaces, including vacation rentals.

In response to this tragedy, safety experts are urging travelers to ensure that their accommodations are equipped with carbon monoxide detectors. The Gardners' experience has sparked a broader conversation about travel safety and the need for stringent safety measures in vacation homes worldwide.

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Miller Gardner death due to carbon monoxide poisoning, officials announce. The death of the teenage son of former Yankees player Brett Gardner was caused by carbon monoxide poisoning, officials in Costa Rica said on Wednesday. Miller Gardner died on March 21 while vacationing with his family at a hotel in the country.

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In a statement earlier this week, the hotel where the family had been staying, the Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, said it was 'heartbroken by the tragic loss that recently occurred on our premises,' and said, 'We are diligently cooperating with the Costa Rican judicial authorities, who have taken over ...