A GoFundMe has been created to support the family of Levi Vargas, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) deputy who died while participating in this year’s Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay, a road running race that travels through Pahrump.
“Amanda [Vargas’ wife], their pug Penny, and their family are navigating an unimaginable loss, and we want to surround them with as much love, care, and support as possible during this time,” reads the GoFundMe.
Vargas died on March 28 at the age of 30 after suffering a medical emergency during the race. According to a March 29 LASD statement, Vargas ultimately succumbed to his injuries despite receiving medical care. LASD has not shared any further information on the exact cause of death…