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“Modesto” the giraffe dies, he became a symbol in Juarez

“Modesto” the giraffe dies, he became a symbol in Juarez

JUAREZ, Chihuahua -- Modesto the giraffe, one of the most loved animals at Central Park in Juarez, passed away this morning at 5 a.m. from a heart attack, according to city officials. The exact cause of death is still being determined.

Sergio Acosta, Undersecretary of Human Development and Common Good, said Modesto was one of the main attractions at the park. The giraffe was 22 years old, he arrived at the border when he was just a year old.

A giraffe's average life is around 27 years old. Modesto was going to turn 23 years old this August.

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Heriberto Perez Lara reports for ABC-7 on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.

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