A man has been killed at a motorsport event after a drifting driver lost control of his car.
The accident took place at a drifting event for off-road enthusiasts.
The victim, an official at the event, was adding soapy water to the pit so drivers could drift on slippery ground.
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Footage showed two people standing by the side of the pit with water hoses.
The driver of a black SUV appeared to lose control after he flew out of the pit while performing a stunt in reverse, as reported by Need To Know.
One worker managed to get out of the way, but the victim – who was crouching down at the time – was unable to jump clear.
The SUV smashed into the man, sending him flying across the arena in front of shocked spectators.
The accident took place in Pu County near Linfen City, located northwest of Shanghai, China, last Saturday (26 Apr).
Organisers called for an ambulance but the man died at the scene before it could arrive.
The victim was the organiser’s brother, according to local reports.
The authorities closed down the venue after the fatal accident.
A police investigation into the man’s death is ongoing.
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