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Ken Block, the iconic founder of Hoonigan, was killed in a snowmobile accident.
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Ken Block, a professional rally driver, died in a snowmobile accident. On Monday, Hoonigan's Instagram account acknowledged the death of its creator.
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Block died at the age of 55, after becoming a legend in the car enthusiast world, mainly for his work on the Gymkhana series.
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It is with great sadness that we inform Ken Block's death today in a snowmobile accident," the statement says.
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"Ken was a visionary, a pioneer, and an icon. Most significantly, he is a father and a spouse. He will be sorely missed.
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Please respect the privacy of the family during this difficult time.
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The 911 call was answered by the Sheriff's Office, Utah State Parks, and the United States Forest Service.
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Despite the fact that he was snowmobiling with a group, the statement states that Block was riding alone when the tragedy occurred.
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The Utah State Medical Examiner's Office is still investigating the cause of death.
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Block was working with Audi on a forthcoming Gymkhana project, while also participating in numerous
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winter activities outside of the automotive industry.
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