AJPW wrestler Taishin Nagao passes away at 21 years old

Taishin Nagao, who had just started his career with All Japan Pro Wrestling less than a year ago, has passed away.

AJPW announced on Sunday morning that Nagao, 21, had passed away following injuries sustained after being struck by a tour bus back on May 31. The cause of death is not currently known, with the company stating that his body had been handed over to the police and an investigation is currently underway.

Back in June, the company posted an update writing that he was involved in an accident with a tour bus which resulted in traumatic shock to his abdomen area. At the time, he was receiving treatment in an intensive care unit in critical condition. A month later, AJPW reported that he was continuing to receive treatment and several wrestlers and staff had visited him in the hospital with permission from his parents.

Nagao trained at AJPW’s dojo and made his debut in October of 2024, losing to Ryo Inoue.