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Tottenham star Serge Aurier’s brother was shot dead in the early hours of Monday morning in Toulouse, France, according to reports.
French outlets Europe 1 and Le Point report that Aurier’s 26-year-old brother was shot in the stomach outside a night club in Toulouse.
The incident occurred at around 05:00 local time this morning out in public – the young man was declared dead in hospital.
— SPORF (@Sporf) July 13, 2020
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Christopher Aurier, the brother of @Serge_Aurier, who was sadly killed last night. RIP. pic.twitter.com/1OeD7oaJSf
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It’s claimed the suspect is currently on the run from police following the incident.
Local residents called police immediately after the shooting and the area is closed off while an investigation is ongoing.
Christopher Aurier also played football, however, only at an amateur level. He came through the ranks at RC Lens but didn’t make it as a professional