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Fitness influencer Miguel Angel Aguilar was shot dead during an attempted robbery in Bel Air, TMZ reports.

Fitness influencer Miguel Angel Aguilar was shot dead during an attempted robbery in Bel Air, TMZ reports.

Miguel Angel Aguilar (Credit: selfmadefamilyinc via Instagram)

Miguel Angel Aguilar, a fitness influencer and founder of a national gym chain, was shot and killed in an alleged robbery attempt near his home after a group of men followed him home, according to a report from TMZ.

The shooting happened around 4:30 p.m. Friday near Aguilar’s home in Bel Air. According to TMZ, the alleged robbers followed him home. Los Angeles police told FOX 11 that four men approached him, demanded property, and then shot him. TMZ reported that the robbers went after Aguilar’s Rolex watch.

Paramedics transported Aguilar to the hospital, where he remains in critical condition, according to the LAPD.

Aguilar is the founder of Self Made Training Facility, a gym franchise with more than 25 locations across the country. The company is headquartered in Temecula.

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The SMTF team confirmed the shooting on its official Instagram page on Saturday.

“Miguel is a beloved individual, and his strength, leadership, accomplishments, and resilience have inspired many,” the message read. “We know he is surrounded by the love and support of his family, friends, and all of you, and we are confident in his ability to overcome this.”

TMZ reported that Aguilar is married and has two daughters.

Police are still searching for the four suspects.

The full text of the article is below:

Dear self-taught family,

We are heartbroken to share that Miguel was involved in a serious incident last night. He was shot and is currently fighting bravely in the ICU. Miguel is a beloved individual, and his strength, leadership, accomplishments, and resilience have inspired many. We know he is surrounded by the love and support of his family, friends, and all of you, and we are confident in his ability to overcome this ordeal.

During this difficult time, we ask that you pray, think positively and support Miguel and his loved ones, and respect the privacy of his friends and family at this time. We will update you as soon as they become available. Thank you for your continued love and compassion.