Fernando Eduardo Ortega Smithlittle brother of the Vox candidate for mayor of Madrid, Javier Ortega Smithdied early this Friday from causes that have not been revealed.
This has been confirmed by his party, which regrets “to announce the death, early today, of Fernando, Javier Ortega’s brother” and they have reported that the politician’s public agenda has been cancelled. The training appreciates “the utmost respect for the privacy of the family at this difficult time.”
Fernando, who was also known as “el chuches” for having a candy store in the Chamberí neighborhood, was the youngest of the three brothers and had a special relationship with Javier since they were neighbors, according to his account. The Spanish.
This sad news has surprised the lawyer after starting the electoral campaign for the municipal elections of 28-M. The party’s candidate Santiago Abascal He participated this Thursday night in the traditional posting of posters for the start of the campaign together with the Vox candidate for the presidency of the Community of Madrid, Dew Monasteryon Jaén street in the Tetuán neighborhood.
Ortega Smith has received the condolences of some colleagues and ex-colleagues such as Macarena People Through social media: “I accompany Ortega Smith and his entire family in sentiment after learning of the death of his brother. Rest in Peace,” he wrote on Twitter.
I accompany in the feeling to @Ortega_Smith and his entire family after learning of his brother’s death. He rest in peace.
— Macarena Olona (@Macarena_Olona) May 12, 2023