The devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela have left Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo in profound grief. On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, it was confirmed that his wife, Yanina Maranella, and their two children, Aarón and Ainhoa, tragically lost their lives in the disaster.

Trejo, who plays for Sport Marítimo La Guaira, was in Caracas with his team when the earthquakes hit the state of La Guaira, where his family had returned to their home in Playa Grande—one of the hardest-hit areas. After 74 hours of intense search efforts, rescue teams found the bodies of his wife and children beneath the rubble.

According to statements from his sister, Lucas is currently sedated and in a fragile state, isolated without any family nearby. She emphasized the urgent need for him to return to Argentina with his relatives to receive support and to handle the heartbreaking process of reclaiming his family’s remains. “They have to give him the bodies of his children and his wife, and then he needs to come back to Argentina. His close ones tell me he needs his family there,” she said.

Sport Marítimo La Guaira expressed their condolences and solidarity through a public statement: “In this moment of immense pain, we offer our prayers for the eternal rest of their souls and for the strength of Lucas and his loved ones.” The club also sent a message of support: “We stand with you wholeheartedly, with respect, unity, and solidarity. From the club, your teammates, coaching staff, management, and all our fans, we send you a fraternal embrace.”

At 38 years old, Trejo has built a diverse international career, having played in Mexico, Peru, Greece, and Argentina before joining Sport Marítimo La Guaira in February 2026 from Portuguesa. His former club, Racing de Córdoba, also publicly mourned the loss, offering their support during this unimaginable tragedy.

This heartbreaking event highlights the human toll behind natural disasters and the importance of community and family support in moments of crisis. For many migrants and expatriates, the pain of losing loved ones far from home is compounded by distance and isolation—reminding us all of the critical role that solidarity and accessible support systems play in recovery.