Brett Gardner's Son's Autopsy Delayed Amid Costa Rican Drug Violence

The autopsy results for 14-year-old Miller Gardner, son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, will be delayed by two to three months due to a surge in gang-related violence in Costa Rica, which has overwhelmed local medical examiners. Authorities are investigating whether Miller's death, which occurred during a family vacation, was linked to an allergic reaction to medication he received after his family experienced food poisoning. Costa Rica has seen a record high in homicides, with over 900 reported in 2023, primarily attributed to drug gangs vying for territory. Although an autopsy has been conducted, the backlog from numerous homicide cases means full analysis will take longer. Miller was found unresponsive in his hotel room, and his parents expressed their heartbreak over the loss. Local officials have confirmed that toxicology tests are underway to determine the exact cause of death.