At the moment of the explosion in Mooresville, the NFL corner back wasn't at his residence, as confirmed by an emergency management spokesperson.
The demise of Robert Matthew Farley, the father of Caleb Farley, a player with the Tennessee Titans, transpired due to an explosion at a residence owned by Farley in Mooresville, North Carolina, on Monday night, according to official reports.
The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office, in a press statement, revealed that the explosion took place shortly before midnight and claimed the life of 61-year-old Robert Matthew Farley.
Authorities from the sheriff’s office have confirmed that there are no suspicions of any malicious intent involved in the incident.
Caleb Farley, aged 24 and known as a corner back chosen by the Titans in the 2021 draft, was not present at his residence during the time when the explosion occurred.
Caleb Farley, aged 24 and known as a corner back chosen by the Titans in the 2021 draft, was not present at his residence during the time when the explosion occurred.
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| Caleb Farley of the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville |
We are currently investigating a potential natural gas-related matter, though our inquiry is still in progress," stated Kent Greene, who serves as the director of fire services and emergency management, during a press briefing.
Kent Greene further conveyed that an additional individual, characterized as an associate of Caleb Farley, sustained injuries. Upon the arrival of fire personnel, this individual was observed departing from the scene, and the injuries incurred were assessed as non-life-threatening. The impact of the explosion left him with a concussion, as mentioned by Greene.
The residence was inhabited by Robert Farley, whose remains were discovered in the debris at approximately 4:30 a.m., according to Greene's statement.
Greene indicated that authorities hold the belief that Robert Farley was indeed the father of Caleb Farley. This information was also corroborated by a report on the news segment of the Titans' official website.
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| Damage and debris from a house explosion in Mooresville, N.C., on Aug. 22, 2023 |
Furthermore, the Titans' website noted that Farley's mother, Robin Farley, passed away from breast cancer in 2018.
Dominion Energy, the utility company, expressed its ongoing collaboration with emergency authorities in the investigative process, while also extending condolences to all those impacted.
Titans' head coach Mike Vrabel conveyed his and the team's collective sympathies towards Farley and his family. Vrabel addressed reporters on Tuesday, emphasizing the significance of offering unwavering support to Caleb and his family during this challenging time.
According to a neighbor who spoke to NBC affiliate WCNC of Charlotte, the explosion resonated around midnight and had such force that it even caused their own house to shake.
The root cause behind the explosion remains subject to an ongoing inquiry. Mooresville, a town situated approximately 25 miles north of Charlotte and home to around 50,000 residents, serves as the backdrop for this tragic incident.
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