The challenge that launched this unemployed American turned to tragedy. Richard Swanson decided to embark on the road to get to Brazil next year, on the occasion of the football World Cup. Started since fifteen days from Seattle, his journey was cut short after he got mowed down by a car. His blue ball with which he planned to dribble until the “land of Samba” was found near his body.

He will died of his injuries in Lincoln City hospital. With this challenge, Swanson expected to collect the donations to rebuild his life. He lost his job as a graphic designer last year.

Richard Swanson gave his news through his website. Here is a video:

 

 

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