Tyrell Cohen, brother of Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen, has died by electrocution while trying to climb power equipment at a North Carolina electrical substation, according to Wake County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Eric Curry.
BREAKING🚨: Body found today off Lead Mine Road at a @DukeEnergy substation in Wake County. Sheriffs office says the man was electrocuted trying to climb equipment. It’s believed the man was trying to get away from law enforcement. No identity yet. #ABC11 pic.twitter.com/836COuJMcR
— Tim Pulliam (@ABC7Tim) May 9, 2021
The Bears post a heartfelt message following the death of Tarik Cohen’s twin brother, Tyrell.

North Carolina police say Tyrell Antar Cohen was reported missing Saturday night after not returning home. His body was then found Sunday at the Duke Energy substation.
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