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News.com.au
2 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Man who died in motorsport crash identified as Darren Barlow
A man who died during a motorsports competition in Sydney's west has been identified as Darren Barlow. Emergency services were called to a motorsports park on Ferrers Rd in Eastern Creek shortly after 8pm on Saturday night following reports a vehicle had crashed during a sanctioned race event. Paramedics treated the driver, however the 53-year-old died at the scene. Mr Barlow was identified as the driver, and was racing a Stohr WF1 when he crashed, 9 NEWS reported. RX8 Cup manager Ric Shaw told the outlet he'd stood up at the end of the race to go speak with Mr Barlow. 'Unfortunately I couldn't see him. I couldn't speak to him again,' Mr Shaw said, getting choked up. Mr Barlow was Motorsport Australia's NSW state council chair between 2023 and 2025. He took out two wins at the same motorsports park back in 2019, where he told Motorsport Australia he loved to compete. 'From a competitor's point of view, I really enjoy racing in the championships too because of the quality of the entrants competing and I suppose this round I was lucky enough to win after some good battles with Alex Kenny,' Mr Barlow said. Motorsport Australia said they had been notified of a fatal incident during a state championship event on Saturday night. 'We extend our condolences to the family and friends of the competitor, and to the officials and first responders at the scene,' Motorsport Australia said in a statement.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Driver in horror Eastern Creek motorsport crash is identified as medical executive and president of national car racing club
A race car driver who died in a single-vehicle crash during a state championship event at a motorsport park in Sydney 's west has been identified as a medical executive and a passionate race car driver. Emergency services were called to Sydney Motorsport Park at Eastern creek after the incident at around 8pm on Saturday night during the NSW Motor Race Championship. Paramedics treated Darren Barlow, 53, but he tragically died at the scene. Police have established a crime scene and will investigate the crash. 'About 8.10pm today (Saturday 26 July 2025), emergency services were called to a motorsports park on Ferrers Road, Eastern Creek, following reports of a single-vehicle crash during a sanctioned race event,' NSW Police said in a statement. 'Officers attached to Blacktown Police Area Command have established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the crash.' Officers will prepare a report for the coroner and Motorsport Australia has been notified, police said. The crash occurred during the third race of the NSW Supersports category, which was red-flagged, with the remainder of the meeting cancelled, according to the motorsport news website Speedcafe. 'We extend our condolences to the family and friends of the competitor, and to the officials and first responders at the scene,' Motorsport Australia said in a statement. 'Motorsport Australia's critical incident plan is in action, and staff are working with NSW Police and the venue following this incident.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Police set up crime scene at racetrack as driver dies in horror crash
A racing car driver has died in a single-vehicle crash during a state championship event at a motorsport park in Sydney 's west. Emergency services were called to Sydney Motorsport Park at Eastern creek after the incident at around 8pm on Saturday night during the NSW Motor Race Championship. Paramedics treated the driver, aged 53, but he died at the scene. Police have established a crime scene and will investigate the crash. 'About 8.10pm today (Saturday 26 July 2025), emergency services were called to a motorsports park on Ferrers Road, Eastern Creek, following reports of a single-vehicle crash during a sanctioned race event,' NSW Police said in a statement. 'Officers attached to Blacktown Police Area Command have established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the crash.' Officers will prepare a report for the coroner and Motorsport Australia has been notified, police said. The crash occurred during the third race of the NSW Supersports category, which was red-flagged, with the remainder of the meeting cancelled, according to the motorsport news website Speedcafe. 'We extend our condolences to the family and friends of the competitor, and to the officials and first responders at the scene,' Motorsport Australia said in a statement. 'Motorsport Australia's critical incident plan is in action, and staff are working with NSW Police and the venue following this incident.'
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Science
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Heartbreak as Sydney Zoo confirms shock death news
Two bull sharks have died from 'accidental impact' at Sydney Zoo. The zoo, located on the Great Western Highway in Eastern Creek took to social media on Friday to announce it was 'deeply saddened' by the loss of the two sharks. 'Extensive investigations by our animal care and veterinary staff, with support from external specialists, included comprehensive necropsies,' it said. 'These examinations found trauma consistent with accidental impact. 'While the precise cause cannot be definitively confirmed, preliminary findings suggest a combination of environmental and biological factors may have played a role in this isolated incident.' The zoo said all the other animals in the aquarium were healthy but were under observation, saying: 'The wellbeing of our animals remains our highest priority'. The bull shark section on the zoo's website has been taken down. Some Aussies lamented the fact the sharks had been kept in captivity. 'Sorry, but these sharks should never of been in captivity as bull sharks are not designed for tanks,' one person said. 'Translation: We put a species that needs a huge amount of space in an enclosed tank and they ran into the glass walls until it killed them,' another said. A third questioned 'how can it be isolated if two sharks collided with it?' 'Accidental impact from what? I think further explanation is owed here,' a fourth said. The wildlife is home to more than 4,000 animals. Bull sharks generally adapt well in captivity and thrive in many aquariums around the world. While their lifespan in the wild is typically 12 to 16 years, some have lived up to 30 years in captivity. Bull sharks are apex predators and grow to between two to four metres long and can weigh up to 600kg. They are one of the most aggressive species of shark in the world and are responsible for attacks because they can survive in fresh water. Sydney Zoo was contacted for comment by Daily Mail Australia.
