Bull Rider Trampled to Death at Delaware Rodeo
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An experienced bull rider from New Castle, Del., died after he fell during a rodeo event Sunday night, MyFoxPhilly.com reports.
Police say Leonel Trejo, 40, had been riding in the rodeo and after about a minute was thrown to the ground and trampled by the bull.
State police said Trejo was not wearing protective chest equipment, which is not required during Mexican bull riding events.
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Paramedics responded to the scene and transported Trejo to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
An autopsy will be performed to determine the exact cause of death, and state police said they are still investigating.
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