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NFL player Caleb Farley, 24, faces an unexpected family tragedy.
News broke Tuesday that his father, Robert Matthews Farley, 61, died overnight in an explosion at Caleb’s home in Mooresville, North Carolina.
Robert’s body was found in the aftermath of an explosion shortly before midnight.
A second victim survived and was taken to hospital without serious injuries.
An investigation is currently underway into the cause of the explosion at the $3 million home.
Kent Greene, spokesperson for the Iredel County Fire and Safety Department Said According to TMZ, the home’s gas pipe is the main focus of the investigation.
Several neighbors said they could smell gas before the explosion.
Caleb was pictured Tuesday talking to investigators amidst the rubble.
Farley, who plays for the Tennessee Titans, reportedly recently purchased the home.
