Pilar Marie Victoriá López, a Puerto Rican volleyball player and girlfriend of Cuban volleyball star Roamy Alonso, was found dead on Thursday, August 29, in her apartment in Turkey, according to international reports.
Victoriá López, 28, played for the Nilüfer Belediyespor club in Ankara, where the tragic incident occurred. Although the cause of her death has not yet been disclosed, authorities confirmed that her body showed no signs of violence and she was found lifeless in her bed.
The young athlete had been in a relationship with Roamy Alonso, a member of the Cuban national volleyball team who currently plays in the Italian league for Prisma Taranto. Alonso previously played two seasons with Piacenza.
Her death was discovered after she missed a practice session with her team. Teammates found her unresponsive in her residence, a property owned by the club in Besevler, Ankara.
Her parents released a heartfelt statement: “We appreciate all the expressions of love for our beloved daughter Pilar Marie Victoriá López. Since receiving the devastating news of her passing, we have endured incredibly tough hours that we never imagined we would face. We have had to confront the greatest fear of any parent: losing a son or daughter.”
Victoriá López was the daughter of former Puerto Rican Double-A baseball pitcher Luis Ernesto Victoriá and was recognized for her volleyball prowess both nationally and internationally.
Pilar Marie Victoriá López's Tragic Passing: Key Questions Answered
The sudden death of Pilar Marie Victoriá López has left many with questions. Here we address some of the key inquiries surrounding this tragic event.
What was the cause of Pilar Marie Victoriá López's death?
The cause of death has not yet been disclosed by authorities. Her body showed no signs of violence and was found lifeless in her bed.
Where was Pilar Marie Victoriá López found?
She was found in her apartment in Ankara, Turkey, where she played for the Nilüfer Belediyespor volleyball club.
Who is Roamy Alonso?
Roamy Alonso is a volleyball player from Cuba, currently playing in the Italian league for Prisma Taranto. He had a relationship with Pilar Marie Victoriá López.