— The 22-year-old son of former TNA wrestler Elix Skipper, LeMarcus D. Skipper, was shot dead at his apartment in Columbus, Ohio yesterday afternoon, reports Bill Behrens of WrestleZone.com. The local NBC affiliate has a story on the shooting at the following link. The Columbus Dispatch also has coverage of the story here.

— According to the Clark County Medical Examiner’s office, Paul R. Perschmann, better known as “Playboy” Buddy Rose, passed away from natural causes. He was 56. (Ex-pro wrestler dies in Vancouver)

— Maryland independent wrestler “Sure Shot” Derek Wayne was found dead in his parents’ home this past Tuesday in Lansdown, Maryland, reports WrestlingFigs.com. (Maryland wrestler found dead)