A heartbreaking tragedy has emerged following the devastating earthquake in Venezuela, where the wife and two young children of Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo were confirmed among those who lost their lives after a residential building collapsed.

According to reports, Trejo’s wife, Yanina, 38, and the couple’s children, Aarón, 7, and Ainhoa, 5, were trapped beneath the rubble when the building came down during the disaster.

For more than 70 hours, rescue teams worked tirelessly in difficult conditions, searching for survivors and holding onto hope that those missing might still be found alive. Family members, friends, and volunteers remained at the scene throughout the operation as the search continued.

Lucas Trejo was reportedly away with his team when the earthquake struck. Upon learning of the disaster, he immediately returned and joined the desperate efforts to locate his loved ones among the ruins.

As the hours pᴀssed, hope gradually gave way to heartbreak. Authorities eventually confirmed the outcome that relatives and rescuers had feared most.

The tragedy has touched communities in both Venezuela and Argentina, with many expressing condolences and support for Trejo as he faces an unimaginable loss.

The earthquake has left widespread destruction across affected areas, with rescue and recovery operations continuing as authorities work to account for victims and ᴀssist survivors.