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Christchurch boxer dies after charity boxing match

Author
Newstalk ZB Staff,
Publish Date
Wed, 7 Nov 2018, 3:50PM
Kain Parsons has died after being knocked out in a charity boxing match. (Photo / Supplied)
Kain Parsons has died after being knocked out in a charity boxing match. (Photo / Supplied)

Christchurch boxer dies after charity boxing match

Author
Newstalk ZB Staff,
Publish Date
Wed, 7 Nov 2018, 3:50PM

A project manager critically injured in a charity boxing match has passed away, police have confirmed.

Kain Parsons, 37, passed away today after being injured in a match against Steve Alfeld during the Fight for Christchurch event at Horncastle Arena on Saturday night. Parsons was not wearing headgear.

Inspector Darryl Sweeney said police were previously aware of the boxing match and are "liaising with the event organisers and officials to fully understand the circumstances
surrounding his death".

"We are in contact with and extend our sympathies to Mr Parsons' family at this difficult time," he said.

"His death and all facts surrounding it will be referred to the coroner."

Parsons' family issued a statement through police this afternoon.

"The family of Kain Parsons wishes to advise that tragically he has succumbed to the brain injury he received at the Fight for Christchurch on Saturday 3 November," it says.

"We wish to acknowledge and thank the amazing team in the ICU ward at Christchurch Hospital, the paramedics at the event, along with the many doctors, nurses and medical professionals who left their tables to quickly come to Kain's aid.

"The outpouring of heartfelt support from family, friends, colleagues and the public has been humbling and very much appreciated.

"Kain gave his life in the pursuit of raising money for those less fortunate and his enormous heart, selfless attitude and gentle giant nature will leave a void in the lives of so many.

"Kain is survived by his wife and three beautiful children who will miss their family man more than words can express."

A Givealittle page dedicated to raise funds for the Parsons family has already raised more than $30,000. It is still pending moderation by Givealittle.

 

 

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