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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maira Butt

LA sheriff’s deputy dies during 120-mile relay race in the Mojave Desert

A Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy died after suffering a medical emergency while taking part in an annual 120-mile relay race from Baker to the Las Vegas Valley on Sunday, his department has confirmed.

Levi Vargas, 30, was taking part in the run alongside other law enforcement personnel when he suffered an unspecified emergency. Despite the life-saving measures that were taken, Vargas was later pronounced dead.

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