A Lady who collapsed at the finish line of the Los Angeles Marathon has died, according to her family and event organizers.
Trisha Paddock, 46, died on March 20 after finishing the 13.1-mile race through Los Angeles, according to her family and the fire department.
According to Erik Scott of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), Ms Paddock was suffering from “a medical complaint that escalated to a witnessed cardiac arrest” on Sunday.
“Over a dozen personnel, including LAFD Cycle Teams, quickly provided medical aid, and the patient was quickly treated and transported to a local hospital,” Mr Scott said.
A family friend stated on a GoFundMe page that Ms. Paddock died on Sunday night after being placed on life support.
“Anyone who knows Ryan, Trisha, or any of their amazing children knows that they are truly incredible people,” said Dan Combs, a family friend, on the fundraising page. “Please consider donating to this special family to assist with medical bills and other critical expenses.”
“This is a devastating loss, and our deepest sympathies go out to her family and loved ones,” said the Los Angeles Marathon on Facebook on Wednesday.
“We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to all the first responders, paramedics, and medical personnel who were immediately on the scene.”
