Authorities with the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office, in Utah, say that Rally Driver Ken Block was riding a snowmobile on a steep slope. Then, the vehicle upended and landed on top of him.
Block was declared deceased at the location.
No further information has been released in regards to the accident.
Block was the rally car driving champion, action sports star, and DC Shoes co-founder. He had been one of the most well-known Rally car drivers in the world as he had competed since the mid-2000s. He finished on the podium more than 12 times.
Block also competed in motorcross, skateboarding, and snowboarding.
As the years have progressed, he has become a bigger star on social media as he has acquired millions of followers and subscribers.
Ken is survived by his wife and three children. His daughter Lia, 16, is a driver, as well.