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Tragic Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Claims Ex-Yankee's Son

4/3/2025

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Summary

Miller Gardner's Fatal Accident

In a heartbreaking incident, 14-year-old Miller Gardner, son of ex-Yankees star Brett Gardner, tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica on March 21. Toxicology reports revealed a shocking 64% carboxyhemoglobin level, raising serious safety concerns about the resort's hazardous mechanical room.

Summary

Miller Gardner's Fatal Accident

In a heartbreaking incident, 14-year-old Miller Gardner, son of ex-Yankees star Brett Gardner, tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica on March 21. Toxicology reports revealed a shocking 64% carboxyhemoglobin level, raising serious safety concerns about the resort's hazardous mechanical room.

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Historical Context

The tragic death of Miller Gardner from carbon monoxide poisoning highlights ongoing safety concerns at resorts. Historically, carbon monoxide has caused numerous fatalities, notably the 1944 Balvano train disaster in Italy, where over 500 people died due to poor ventilation and toxic fumes in a tunnel. This incident underscored the critical need for safety regulations in enclosed spaces.

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Miller Gardner's Fatal Accident

In a heartbreaking incident, 14-year-old Miller Gardner, son of ex-Yankees star Brett Gardner, tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica on March 21. Toxicology reports revealed a shocking 64% carboxyhemoglobin level, raising serious safety concerns about the resort's hazardous mechanical room.

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