Eric Medlen Dies
Posted by Slobokan @ 01:28 · 141 words · print
Eric Medlen, one of the more popular young drivers on the NHRA circuit, died Friday from severe head injuries suffered in an accident earlier this week. He was 33.
Three days after brain surgery, Medlen was taken off artificial life support systems by his family in accordance with his wishes, said Dr. Joseph Layon, chief of critical care medicine at the University of Florida.
A Funny Car driver for John Force Racing, Medlen suffered the injury Monday when his car crashed into the guardwall during testing at Gainesville Raceway.
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"Words cannot describe how everyone at NHRA is feeling after the passing of one of our brightest young stars, Eric Medlen," NHRA president Tom Compton said in a statement. "He earned his way to the top through hard work and perseverance and, in doing so, gained the respect of his fellow competitors."
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Posted by Bill and Nickey Gascon
April 2, 2007 @ 00:50
Our hearts go out to Eric Medlen's family. He will be always remembered in our prayers. may he rest in eternal peace.