Detroit Marathon Deaths

UPDATE #2 - Names have been released for the Detroit Marathon deaths. The Detroit Marathon deaths were of Daniel Langdon, Rick Brown, and John Fenlon.

Langdon collapsed after 9 am after the 11 mile marker. He was 36. Brown, 65, collapsed 15 minutes later near Langdon. One minute later, Fenlon collapsed. Fenlon, 26, had just finished the half marathon.

The last time someone died in the Detroit Marathon was 1994. 19,000 people ran the race last weekend.. Free Press’ Paul Anger said:

On a day when so many people bring such energy and challenged themselves to do their utmost, this news is very difficult to hear. Our deepest sympathies are with the families.”

Some reports said the 65 year old male fell and suffered head injury while the other’s cause of death was not released.

Race officials say the following about their marathon:

We pride ourselves on giving you an extraordinary experience. From first-timers to old-timers, runners are our top priority. Our staff is dedicated to providing you with supportive volunteers, the chance to make great friends, a historic race course, and the opportunity to accomplish a lifetime achievement.

Along with a fast, spectator-friendly course, we offer the following international divisions:

* Marathon run (26.2 miles)
* Marathon for wheelers and hand cyclists (26.2 miles)
* Half-marathon run (13.1 miles)
* Half-marathon competitive and non-competitive walks (13.1 miles)
* Five-person team relays - distances vary from 3 to 7 miles (26.2 miles)