Five-Time Olympian Daniela Larreal Chirinos Found Dead in Las Vegas

The Venezuelan cyclist, known for her political activism and athletic achievements, is believed to have died from choking on food.

Daniela Larreal Chirinos, a renowned Venezuelan cyclist, was found dead in her Las Vegas apartment on August 16.
Authorities suspect the 50-year-old athlete died from asphyxiation caused by food lodged in her trachea.
Chirinos represented Venezuela in five Olympic Games from 1992 to 2012, earning multiple medals and accolades.
She was an outspoken critic of Venezuelan leaders Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro, leading to her exile.
The Venezuelan Olympic Committee paid tribute to Chirinos, celebrating her contributions to the sport and her country.