Colon was considered one of boxing’s rising stars in 2015 and had an unbeaten record of 16 wins, including 13 knockouts, before facing American boxer Terrel Williams in October that year.
Following the fight, Colon suffered a serious brain injury and underwent emergency surgery. He remained in a coma for several months and later suffered severe neurological complications that left him requiring round-the-clock care.
Colon had been living with his family in Florida, where he died. His father, Richard Colon, announced his death on Facebook, saying the family was saddened by his passing but believed he was now in a better place.