Volunteer marshal dies after car flips off circuit at Brands Hatch

The British Automobile Racing Club said it was ‘devastated’ by the loss (Picture: UKNIP)

A volunteer marshal has died at Brands Hatch racing track after a car flipped off the circuit.

A statement said: ‘The British Automobile Racing Club is saddened to confirm that as a result of an accident that occurred during a race meeting at Brands Hatch circuit today (Saturday 31 July), a volunteer marshal tragically lost their life. The rest of the day’s racing activity was cancelled.

‘As with any major incident, the BARC is now working with the national governing body, Motorsport UK, and the local police.

‘On behalf of everyone connected with the BARC, we are devastated by loss of one of the amazing volunteer marshal community who do so much to enable the sport to take place. Our thoughts and best wishes are with the family and friends of all those involved.

‘It is anticipated that the event will resume on Sunday.’

An air ambulance was sent to the scene but the volunteer sadly died (Picture: UkNewsinPictures)

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