AEW star Benjamin ‘PAC’ Satterley was discovered ‘unresponsive in automobile’ earlier than demise
The beloved UK wrestler PAC, real name Benjamin Satterley, was reportedly found unresponsive in a car parked outside a US restaurant less than 24 hours after wrestling what would sadly be his last match
Tributes have been paid to Benjamin Satterley following his tragic passing(Image: Kyle Stevens/Shutterstock)
A popular British wrestler was reportedly discovered dead in a car just 24 hours after competing at a major event.
Benjamin Satterley, who fought under the stage name PAC for All Elite Wrestling, was reportedly found by medical officials unresponsive in his vehicle outside an Illinois restaurant at around 4pm on Sunday (September 27).
Passers-by and diners were described as desperately seeking for medical equipment in the restaurant before paramedics arrived to try and treat the 40-year-old performer. Satterley, however, was pronounced dead by medical professionals.
All Elite Wrestling had announced the passing of Benjamin Satterley who originally from Newcastle, on Monday (September 28). Throughout a career spanning two decades, he competed under the ring names Pac in the AEW and Adrian Neville in the WWE.
Pac was reportedly found unresponsive just hours after taking part in a wrestling event (Image: AEW)
The announcement came in the early hours of Monday morning (September 28) UK time – merely 24 hours after his final ever contest. A spokesperson said: “All Elite Wrestling is saddened to announce the passing of Benjamin Satterley, aka Pac.
“A native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004 and went on to perform for wrestling organizations all over the world, captivating fans with innovative high-flying moves and incredible in-ring ability.
“Pac signed with All Elite Wrestling in 2019 and held multiple AEW Championships and competed in some of the most memorable matches in AEW history.”
Satterley as Adrian Neville at WWE’s Wrestlemania 33(Image: 2017 MCT)
“Our condolences go out to Satterley’s family, friends and fans.”
Satterley wrestled in the WWE from 2012 to 2018 before switching to AEW in 2019, where he established himself as an experienced performer renowned for his intense and gripping displays.
Moving tributes have poured in beneath the statement shared on Instagram. One dedicated fan wrote: “Heartbreaking, thank you for all the memories for over a decade.”
Pac’s final X post was a tribute to tragic Andy Williams
The cause of Satterley’s death has not been revealed. AEW is also grieving the loss of fellow wrestler Andy “The Butcher” Williams, who tragically died following a heart attack earlier in September.
Pac’s final X post was a tribute to the death of his fellow wrestler.
