Race marshal killed in crash at Brands Hatch circuit

Police and paramedics were sent to the track near Dartford at 3pm on Saturday afternoon, with an air ambulance landing on the circuit.

The crash happened after a car spun off the track during a British Automobile Racing Club Car Championship event.Motorsport UK says it is"deeply saddened" by the accident. A spokesperson added:"The race meeting was immediately suspended and Motorsport UK, together with the event organiser, has begun a full investigation into the circumstances of the incident."The thoughts of everyone at Motorsport UK are with the marshal's family, the organisers of the event, and other members of the motorsport community who were present.

Marshals are great. No motorsports without them. Thoughts are with the family.

Terrible news. Thoughts & prayers to the family, friends and colleagues

Rest in peace

Gutted RIP forever a hero in the motorsport family

Ah man that fucking sucks. All thoughts with their family at this difficult time. Being a marshal is no joke, motorsport couldn’t go on without them.

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