Christopher Aurier was found dead by emergency services.
The younger brother of Serge Aurier, Christopher, was shot dead in the early hours of the morning, police have confirmed.
Aurier, 26, who was also a footballer for French club Lens, was found by emergency services after being shot twice in the abdomen on an industrial estate.
The killer fled the scene before the police arrived. The police have issued an appeal for any witnesses to come forward with any information.
A Spurs statement read: “The club is deeply saddened to confirm media reports that Serge Aurier’s brother passed away in the early hours of this morning.
“We are supporting Serge at this difficult time and we ask that the privacy of the player and his family is respected.
“Everybody at the club sends their sincerest condolences to Serge and his family. Our thoughts are with them all.”
We are with you, @Serge_Aurier 💙 pic.twitter.com/jI0vHHqfy5
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) July 13, 2020
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