Justin Owen, a well-known and accomplished sprint car driver, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at the age of 26. The racing community has been left reeling from the loss of such a talented and promising young driver. His passing has brought an outpouring of tributes and condolences from fellow racers, fans, and supporters. The legacy of Justin Owen will be felt for years to come in the world of sprint car racing.
Continue reading to know more about Justin Owen’s life, career, cause of death, and the impact he left on family, friends, and loved ones.
Who was Justin Owen? Know more about him
Justin Owen was a well-known and respected 26-year-old sprint car driver from Harrison, Ohio. He had been a long-time competitor at Lawrenceburg Speedway, where he was the reigning track champion and secured his first championship at the track in 2022 with two feature wins. USAC Racing paid tribute to Owen’s impressive career and his contributions to the sport after announcing his death in a release just after midnight on Sunday.
Among his notable achievements were victories with the Buckeye Outlaw Sprint Series at Pennsylvania’s Lernerville Speedway in 2016 and 2019. Owen worked as a technical sales engineer at Die Craft Machining & Engineering and studied operations management at the University of Cincinnati. According to his Facebook profile, he attended William Henry Harrison High School in Ohio.
How did Justin Owen die? What was his cause of death?
Due to injuries received in a collision during qualifying for the USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship at Lawrenceburg Speedway in Indiana, Justin Owen passed away. In the incident’s video, Owen’s car is seen losing control at turn three, crashing into a wall, flipping multiple times in the air, and coming to rest in the center of the track. Owen died after being evacuated or transported from the racecourse by a Taken by Life unit, despite efforts by emergency personnel to free him from the car. The rest of the competition was scrapped, and the racing industry is in sorrow over the death of one of its own. The crash’s cause is now being looked into.
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Tributes pour over for Justin Owen
Ricky Lewis expressed his sadness on Facebook over the death of Justin Owen. He said that he was speechless and that Justin Owen was a legendary racer who always ran the fence at the Burg. Lewis also shared that he would miss traveling to Pennsylvania to race with him and hanging out until all hours of the night. Lewis added that Justin Owen was always a joy to be around and a great racer. The news of his death hit hard and made Lewis think about how badly he really wanted to drive these racecars. Nevertheless, Lewis intends to continue racing in honor of Justin Owen.
Jon Steed shared a Facebook post where he expressed his sadness over the loss of Justin Owen. He urged the racing community to come together and support each other during this difficult time. He also encouraged everyone to cherish their loved ones and hold them close.
Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and wider community of Justin Owen as they navigate the sorrowful loss of a cherished member. We express our deepest condolences and support during this challenging time, and invite you to check this page for more news. We welcome any feedback or suggestions through the form provided.
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Who is Justin Owen?
Justin Owen was a 26-year-old veteran sprint car driver who was well-known and respected within the racing community.
How did Justin Owen die?
Justin Owen died as a result of injuries sustained in a crash during qualifying at the USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship at Lawrenceburg Speedway in Indiana.