It was supposed to be a night of joy, relief, and celebration.
Instead, it turned into heartbreak.

A newly elected city councilman passed away on Election Night, just hours after the polls closed — the same night voters chose him to serve.

According to local reports, he was at home when the unthinkable happened. Family members say he had been following the election results with quiet excitement, proud to have earned the trust of his community.

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