A 29-year-old Los Angeles bank executive was one in all three individuals killed when lightning struck Lafayette Park in Washington, D.C., throughout the road from the White House.
Brooks Lambertson, a vice chairman for City National Bank, was in the nation’s capital on enterprise when he was struck by lightning Thursday night time. A Wisconsin couple celebrating their 56th marriage ceremony anniversary had been additionally struck.
Lambertson managed sponsorships for the bank for the final three years and beforehand labored in advertising for the Los Angeles Clippers, according to a statement from the bank.
He attended highschool in Folsom in Northern California earlier than graduating from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, the place he majored in recreation, parks and tourism administration, with a focus in sports activities administration.
“Brooks was an incredible young man who will be remembered for his generosity, kindness and unwavering positivity,” the bank’s assertion mentioned. “His sudden loss is devastating for all who knew him, and his family, friends and colleagues appreciate the thoughts and prayers that have poured in from around the country.”
Representatives of the Secret Service and the U.S. Park Police witnessed the lightning strike about 7 p.m. Thursday in the park, which is simply throughout Pennsylvania Avenue from the White House.
They administered first help earlier than the victims had been rushed to a hospital. The White House issued a press release of condolences to the victims’ households.
The Wisconsin couple — James Mueller, 76, and Donna Mueller, 75 — had 5 kids, 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, in accordance with their niece.
Donna Mueller was a retired trainer and her husband a retired contractor.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
