A tragic accident during the Arcadia Road Rallysprint in Paparoa, New Zealand, claimed the lives of 15-year-old driver Brooklyn Horan and 35-year-old co-driver Tyson Jemmett. Their vehicle reportedly ran off the gravel road into a flooded river. First responders confirmed both died at the scene. The rally took place on Arcadia Road, which was closed to the public for the event under local authorization,
MotorSport New Zealand confirmed Horan was the driver and stated the road did not appear hazardous. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash. Wayne Christie, president of MotorSport New Zealand, expressed condolences to the families, friends, and all involved in the rally.
