Body of missing OHL player found in Michigan
Posted Mar 12, 2014 06:22:30 AM.
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Officials with the Saginaw Spirit say Michigan State Police have told them that the body of missing Ontario Hockey League player Terry Trafford has been found.
A man’s body was found Tuesday afternoon in an SUV matching the description of one belonging to Trafford in the parking lot of a Walmart store in Saginaw County’s Saginaw Township.
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Trafford reportedly last was seen the morning of March 3 at the Dow Event Center, the home arena for the Spirit.
OHL Commissioner, David Branch released the following statement:
“On behalf of the Ontario Hockey League, our teams, players and staff I want to express our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Terry Trafford. This is a tragic situation for all involved.
We will work closely with the Saginaw Spirit to provide any support required to the players and staff during this very difficult time. In addition, all of our teams will be offering support to their players. I would like to thank investigators in both Ontario and Michigan, the media for informing the public and for all who provided information. We will cooperate fully with any investigations.”
Saginaw Spirit president Craig Goslin had said Trafford was sent home prior to his disappearance “for a violation of rules,’‘ but said Trafford wasn’t permanently cut from the team.
At one point in the search, police said they believed Trafford, a centre with the Spirit, might have left the state to return to his hometown of Toronto.
Earlier this week, Trafford’s girlfriend said he was very upset after being kicked off the team for allegedly smoking pot after a game in February.
Wednesday’s game between the Spirit and Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds has been postponed. It will be made up at a later date.
