The world-famous professional rally driver Ken Block has died.
The daring driver was known for his bizarre stunts, the production of the Gymkhana video series and also for being a co-founder of sportswear company DC Shoes.
The 55 year old died in an accident in Utah which involved a snowmobile.
Block was heading up a steep slope when the snowmobile upended and landed on top of him.
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The driver's team, Hoonigan racing said in an Instagram post, “It’s with our deepest regrets that we can confirm that Ken Block passed away in a snowmobile accident today.
“Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon. And most importantly, a father and husband. He will be incredibly missed.”
Block was pronounced dead at the scene.
