..TRAGEDY OUTSIDE THE RING: Boxer Gunned Down...

Fightnews is sad to report that super bantamweight prospect Jonas Hernandez (9-1, 2 KOs) passed away on June 15th. Co-manager Ricardo Figueroa provided the details on what led to the death of the 25-year-old Hernandez: "Jonas was taking a break away from his training camp as he was preparing for a fight in August. He went to his hometown of Agua Dilla, Puerto Rico to be with his wife and young daughter for Father's Day. He received a phone call from a friend a little after midnight early Sunday morning requesting he act as a mediator for a dispute. Jonas obliged but when he and his friend pulled up in their vehicle, the car was ambushed with gunfire killing Hernandez instantly and leaving his friend who was driving in critical condition where he remains currently. The shooter was fortunately caught. Jonas was a great family man and person. He will be missed," stated Figueroa. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hernandez had solid amateur career highlighted by a victory over recently crowned WBO super bantamweight champion Juan Manuel Lopez. As a pro his biggest victory was against then unbeaten Golden Boy Promotions prospect Nester Rocha nearly a year ago. Fightnews sends its condolences to the Hernandez family. Damn, that's fucked up when the peace maker gets killed.