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EDMONTON - Promising boxer Jonathan Andre of Fort McPherson was struck and killed by a car in the late evening hours of June 26.

The fledgling boxing career of Jonathan Andre of Fort McPherson was tragically cut short on June 26 after Andre was struck and killed by a vehicle in Edmonton. - Gudhar Photography photo

A spokesperson with the Edmonton Police Service wouldn't verify if Andre was the victim, but a report on police force's website did confirm that a man was crossing 118 Avenue and 42 Street in the northeast section of the city died when he was struck by a car.

The Edmonton Journal reported how the victim was knocked out of his shoes and pants from the impact of the collision.

Emergency personnel responded to the incident, but Andre was pronounced dead at the scene.

His relatives in Fort McPherson were jolted by the news of his death.

A friend of the family, who did not wish to be identified, said the family was in a state of shock upon hearing the news.

"There are a lot of family and friends and community members who were at the house," she said. "They're being comforted."

The death brought a premature end to what was becoming a promising boxing career for the 29-year-old, who lived and trained in Edmonton out of the Cougar Boxing Club.

Andre turned pro in October, 2010. He had a record of two wins and no losses, his last win coming in April in a four-round decision.

Before turning pro, Andre had a glowing amateur career, winning 22 of his 29 fights, including back-to-back Alberta provincial middleweight titles in 2008 and 2009.

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