Trinidad and Tobago footballer Kevon Carter dies of heart attack

Trinidad and Tobago Sports Minister Anil Roberts said he was shocked at the passing of former national footballer Kevon Carter.

Carter, 30, died Friday after suffering a massive heart attack while training with his club and never recovered.

"Kevon was a strong young man who gave 10 years' dedicated service to the national team from Under-23 to senior level, playing most recently in the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup," said Roberts.

"It is extremely disheartening to hear this news but I hope it serves as a wake-up call to all of us to pay closer attention to our health and wellness. When death comes so suddenly, it is always shocking and difficult to understand but I hope Kevon's family and friends will cherish the time he spent with them."

Carter earned 31 caps with the Trinidad and Tobago national team and scored give goals.