Source: FOXNews.com
Professional wrestler Chris Benoit, his wife Nancy and their young son Daniel were found dead in their Georgia home Monday, according to a statement on the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Web site.
The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is on the scene and, “an investigation is ongoing,” a spokesperson told FOX News.
Benoit, 40, was supposed to appear on a pay-per-view event last night, but didn’t. The WWE said there was a “family emergency” that prevented the former world heavyweight champ from attending.
The WWE said it was “deeply saddened,” and that instead of its announced programming for tonight on USA Network, it will air a three-hour tribute to Benoit.
“WWE extends its sincerest thoughts and prayers to the Benoit family’s relatives and loved ones in this time of tragedy,” the statement read.
Benoit was known for his famous move, the “Crippler Crossface.”
