Fitness influencer Miguel Angel Aguilar, who was shot in the head during an attempted robbery at his home in Los Angeles three months ago, has died. He was 43.
Aguilar, who had close to 50,000 followers across his social media pages which provided tips on fitness and entrepreneurship, was declared dead on December 21.
His fitness brand, Self Made Training Facility, revealed the tragic information of the passing away of Aguilar in an Instagram post. “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our founder and CEO, Miguel Angel Aguilar,” the post’s caption read.
The post further added, “After a courageous three-month battle following the tragic incident that took place on September 13th, 2024, Miguel peacefully passed away on December 21st, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones.”
According to a DailyMail report, Aguilar was hospitalized in a critical condition on September 13 when four armed robbers attempted robbery at his house.
A report by NBC News stated that Aguilar and his wife, celebrity hair-extensionist Priscilla Valles were confronted by the robbers in the driveway of their upscale Bel Air home.
Self Made Training Facility, in its Instagram post added, “Miguel revolutionized personal training and inspired countless individuals to pursue their fitness and entrepreneurial goals. His strategic mind and innovative spirit were the driving force behind Self Made’s rapid growth and success.”
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) was called in on September 13 at around 4:30pm to Thurston Circle in Bel-Air.
News website People in its report quoted LAPD officer Kevin Terzes who stated “Four male suspects approached the victim and demanded the victim’s property,” adding, “One suspect produced a handgun and fired multiple times striking the victim.”
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