Tragedy struck the surfing and sports community as Jack Carter Rhoad, an accomplished American surfer, along with his friends, Australian brothers Callum and Jake Robinson, were found dead in Mexico under mysterious circumstances. The group had been missing for several days, sparking an extensive search that concluded with this devastating discovery.
Rhoad, 33, was notably just three months shy of his wedding, a detail that has deepened the sorrow surrounding his untimely death. The group’s last known location was near a famous cluster of surf breaks in the Ensenada area of Baja California, a spot they had traveled to for a weekend of surfing and camaraderie.
In the wake of the heartbreaking loss of Carter Rhoad, Callum Robinson, and Jake Robinson, our hearts ache with grief for their families, friends, and community,
a statement from the family conveyed.
Their presence brought immeasurable joy, love, and kindness to those around them, leaving a mark on our lives.
The circumstances of their disappearance remain under investigation. According to Baja California’s chief public prosecutor, Maria Elena Andrade Ramirez, evidence possibly linked to the trio was found at a campsite in the area. A burnt-out vehicle that belonged to them was also discovered on a ranch south of Ensenada, with three individuals arrested in connection with the case. The arrested individuals were found in possession of drugs and items that belonged to the victims, raising suspicions about their involvement in the incident.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and local officials have expressed their distress and extended their deepest sympathies to the victims’ families. The international community, especially those in the surfing and lacrosse worlds, has been vocal in their grief, reflecting on the impact Rhoad and the Robinson brothers had on their sports and lives.
The loss of these three adventurous souls has left their families, friends, and a broad network of worldwide acquaintances from the surfing and sports communities in mourning. The investigation continues as authorities and loved ones seek answers to this tragic event.
Source: NEW YORK POST May 7, 2024
