The co-founder of DC Shoes and rally car driving champion, Ken Block died in a Utah snowmobile accident at the age of 55.
Block was riding a snowmobile on a steep slope when it abruptly overturned and fell on top of him, according to the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office.
According to officials, he was declared dead at the scene as a result of injuries he sustained in the accident.
“Mr. Block was riding with a group but was alone when the accident occurred,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement. “We are saddened to hear of the loss of Kenneth and our hearts are with his family and friends so deeply affected.”
Ken is survived by his wife Lucy and 3 children. Block’s 16-year-old daughter Lia is also a driver.