Two Supersport Riders Confirmed Dead After Oulton Park BSB Crash
Owen Jenner and Shane Richardson have sadly lost their lives following an 11-rider accident in the British Supersport race at Oulton Park
British Supersport riders Owen Jenner and Shane Richardson have sadly been confirmed dead after being involved in a horrific first lap accident at Oulton Park.
A total of 11 riders were involved in the crash at turn one, with BSB organisers cancelling the remaining scheduled races, including race three of the British Superbike championship.
The crash occurred in race two of the Supersport class and despite the best efforts of the trackside medical team, Jenner passed away due to a “catastrophic head injury”.
Jenner, aged 21, was one of two riders confirmed dead after 29-year-old Richardson passed away prior to arriving at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
A statement from BSB promoter MSVR and the series’ governing body, the MCRCB, read: “Owen Jenner (21) was initially treated trackside and then taken to the circuit medical centre, where despite further resuscitation treatment, he died from a catastrophic head injury.
“Shane Richardson (29) was initially treated trackside and then taken to the circuit medical centre before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with severe chest injuries. He died prior to arrival.
“Tom Tunstall (47) was initially treated on the track and was taken to the circuit medical centre, he was later transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with significant back and abdominal injuries.
“A further five riders were transferred to the circuit medical centre with minor injuries, which did not require transfer to hospital. These riders were #9 Carl Harris, #39 Max Morgan, #48 Cameron Hall, #78 Freddie Barnes, #95 Morgan McLaren-Wood.
“Three further riders were also involved but were uninjured. These riders were #25 Lewis Jones, #37 Corey Tinker and #90 George Edwards.
“The Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MotorSport Vision Racing are investigating the full circumstances of the incident in conjunction with the Coroner and Cheshire Constabulary.
“Further statements will be issued when available.”
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