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Iran Volleyball Star Saber Kazemi, 26, Dies After Electrocution in Qatar Hotel Pool

Medical officials declared irreversible brain death after two weeks in intensive care, with an investigation underway.

Overview

  • The Iranian Volleyball Federation confirmed his death after two weeks on life support in Doha.
  • Medical staff declared him brain-dead and a commission judged the injury irreversible, while his heart, lungs and liver were reported healthy.
  • He was found unresponsive in a hotel swimming pool after a team training session and was taken to intensive care.
  • Qatari authorities are investigating the suspected electrical shock at the pool, and the precise cause has not been disclosed.
  • Kazemi had recently joined Al Rayyan Club after winning continental titles with Iran, and Iranian officials had sought to transfer him home.