Former Indian cricket team pacer David Johnson died after falling from the fourth floor of his apartment in the Kothanur police station limits in Bengaluru on Thursday. Police suspect that 52-year-old Johnson died by suicide after jumping off the apartment building. However, an official statement is yet to come in this regard. According to police, Johnson fell from the fourth floor of the SLV Paradise Apartment. Although he was immediately rushed to the hospital, the cricketer succumbed to his injuries.
The preliminary investigation indicated that Johnson was suffering from depression. Kothanur police are investigating the case.
The police stated that Johnson had been facing health issues for a year and had spent the last week in the hospital.
Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble stated, “Saddened to hear of the passing of my cricketing colleague David Johnson. Heartfelt condolences to his family. Gone too soon, ‘Benny’!”
Johnson was a former fast bowler known for his brief stint with the Indian cricket team. He played two Tests for India in 1996, taking three wickets. In domestic cricket, he picked up 125 wickets for Karnataka in 39 first-class appearances. The highlight of Johnson’s career was clocking a speed of 157.8 km/h during a Test match against Australia.
David Johnson, once clocked 157.8 km/h during the Test match against Australia, passed away in Bengaluru at age of 52.
He played two tests for India in 1996.
pic.twitter.com/76yXOBwoLh— Cricketopia (@CricketopiaCom) June 20, 2024
He was born on October 16, 1971, in Arsikere town of Hassan district in Karnataka.
After his demise, tributes poured in.
Very sad to hear about David Johnson’s passing. Condolences to his family.
Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/5ycb1kI4z7— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 20, 2024
Saddened by the passing away of David Johnson. May god give strength to his family and loved ones.
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) June 20, 2024
Deepest condolences to family and friends of our former Indian fast bowler David Johnson. His contributions to the game will always be remembered
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 20, 2024
Deeply saddened by the passing of my former teammate, David Johnson. He was full of life and never gave up on the field. My thoughts are with his friends and family.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 20, 2024
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