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Cameron Burrell's Death Officially Ruled a Suicide; Godson of Carl Lewis

Former NCAA track and field star Cameron Burrell's death has officially been ruled a suicide, per the medical examiner's report that was obtained by Greg Bailey of ABC 13 in Houston.

The University of Houston, Burrell's alma mater, announced Tuesday his death at the age of 26:

University of Houston

We are devastated by the unexpected passing of alumnus Cameron Burrell. We offer our sincerest condolences and support to the Burrell family and all who knew him, including Cameron’s many friends, coaches and teammates. <a href="https://t.co/Wnjb12knIh">pic.twitter.com/Wnjb12knIh</a>

Nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis is Burrell's godfather.