An attack on the family home of Colombian soccer player Wason Rentería leaves one dead

The family of Colombian soccer player Wason Rentería striker Boyaca Chico, located in Quibdo, capital of Choco department, was attacked by unknown assailants who fired repeatedly , killing a family of player , official sources said .

In the attack, which occurred on Sunday, died Manuel Salas Palacios, 21, cousin of the player, the team said in a statement.

"The family of Boyacá Chicó Soccer Club sympathizes with the player Wason Rentería, member of the official staff of our club after the attack who were victims yesterday their parents and relatives in the city of Quibdo," says team .

"A Wason and his family will express our solidarity and support," he added

Meanwhile, Eduardo Pimentel, one of the team owners asked the authorities to protect the family front.

"We urge the authorities in Quibdo provide appropriate protection and family care Rentería Cuesta" Pimentel tweeted.

Carlos Renteria Wason brother told Caracol Radio some details of the attack.

"Some guys (men) They approached the platform, went on a motorbike shot and made all the people who were there. They reached to hit a shot to a cousin who unfortunately died," said Carlos, who is also a footballer.

Authorities are investigating whether Salas was the target of the assassins and what are the motives for the crime.

Wason Renteria, who has played for teams like Porto and Sporting Braga of Portugal , Santos of Brazil and Racing of Argentina , among others, traveled to Quibdo to learn about the situation of their families.