AAW Independent wrestler Chrisitan Abel (John Burgess) has passed away at the age of 32.

Current WWE Writer Jimmy Jacobs confirmed his death on social media.

Absolutely gutted to hear of the passing of one of my closest friends Josh Burgess who wrestled as Christian Abel. pic.twitter.com/2DBkjbLTZX

, jimmyjacobs.net (@JimmyJacobsX) April 14, 2016

Everyone in @AAWPro is saddened by the loss of Christian Able. He will be truly missed. pic.twitter.com/lEyw9r7SdC

, AAW Wrestling (@AAWPro) April 14, 2016

His cause of death remains unknown at this time. 

We send out our deepest condolences to Abel's family and friends.