A news report out of the Dominican Republic said Yordano Ventura was assaulted and robbed before being left to die after his car crash on Sunday.
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The article states that several people found Ventura still alive after the crash. Instead of helping him survive, thieves assaulted and stole personal items from Ventura, according to the report.
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Journalists report that someone stole his World Series ring and other belongings found in the car.
41 Action News is working to independently confirm these reports.
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