Jeremy Lusk dies from injuries suffered in freestyle motocross crash
***Updated with statement from Brian Deegan
Freestyle motocross star Jeremy Lusk, 24, has died as a result of head injuries sustained in a weekend crash during a competition in Costa Rica, and it's with a heavy heart that Outposts shares this news.
The Temecula rider passed away in his hospital bed late Monday night in San Jose, Costa Rica, while surrounded by his mother and father, Chuck and Gina Lusk; his wife Lauren, and mother- and father-in-law Lynne and Larry, along with fellow Metal Mulisha riders Brian Deegan, Ryan Hagy, Cameron Steele and Erik Apple.
Deegan, founder of Metal Mulisha, issued this statement Tuesday at 3 p.m.:
"Jeremy motivated me to be a better person, he was my best friend. The bond of this team is one that will never be broken. We know Jeremy is looking down from a great place, continuing to move mountains and touch the lives of those above.
"One day, we will all be reunited and will ride together again. In the end, all dust turns to ash. Metal Mulisha will continue to live and die by that creed. Jeremy, we can't wait to see you."
Please keep Lusk and his family in your thoughts and prayers. He did his best to live life to its fullest and entertain, and for that his many fans are deeply appreciative.
Funeral services will be held Monday, Feb. 16, at 1 p.m. at the Revival Christian Fellowship Church at 29220 Scott Road in Menifee, Calif. To learn more about Lusk please click here for a story posted in the L.A. Times obits section.--Pete Thomas
Photo of Jeremy Lusk courtesy of Metal Mulisha
God! i dont even have words to explain what i feel right now! i can only imagine how his family is feeling right now! R.I.P this is just unbelievable! the only thing i can say as at least he lived a short good life always very happy guy knew what he wanted out of life saw it wanted it went for it achieved it! he was an amazing rider and a amazing guy! god bless his family and god bless him i guess god has other plans for him! you will be in my prayers!
Posted by: Jen | February 10, 2009 at 12:59 AM
RIP Jeremy - You Will Be Missed!
Posted by: Burnin Ern | February 10, 2009 at 01:41 AM
My heart aches for his family. Lord be with them and comfort them. Lord hear my prayer.
Posted by: Joanne | February 10, 2009 at 02:02 AM
I'm shocked.. peace and love to his family and friends..
I can't discribe what i feel.. Rest in peace. Live forever!!
Posted by: Kevin Katinas | February 10, 2009 at 02:49 AM
WOW!!!!!! My blessings go out to Jeremy's family and friends. Coming from a motocross racer and a huge fan and admirer of Jeremy this is some of the worst news I have ever encountered. jeremy was a well rounded guy and an amazing athlete. many riders and fans had lots to fantasize about Jeremy and now they have lots to prey about...... My thoughts, hopes, love and preyers go to the family, and Jeremy R.I.P. you will never be forgotten> you left a major impact in the industry that will never be misunderstood.
GODBLESS> CDAY161
Posted by: Christopher Day | February 10, 2009 at 03:23 AM
Hi, Im Rafa and Im from Costa Rica but i live in Brazil. This is to inform you that Jeremy still alive, with serius injuries, but he still alive. Our people in Costa Rica is taking care about Jeremy condition and I know he will survive, he is strong enough. Today and tomorrow will be very important to Jeremy since doctors will try to stablish and get him out from his coma...Keep the positive thoughts and prayers. As you probably note, my english is not good enough, but i would like to share with you that all people from Costa Rica are praying for Jeremy.
Vamos Jeremy, tu puedes y demuestra lo fuerte que puedes ser !!!!
More info: www.nacion.com
Posted by: Rafa | February 10, 2009 at 03:54 AM
God Bless You Jeremy...And THANK YOU!!!
Posted by: Matthew Bockhouse | February 10, 2009 at 04:28 AM
R.I.P he was a awsome fmx rider with a beautiful wife and had a good futuer headin for him :( you will be missed
Posted by: jake | February 10, 2009 at 04:49 AM
Jeremy is free styling in Heaven now,No doubt about it! God must have really needed him ,hes home now! My heart is with all of his family and friends.
Posted by: Tom Whitt | February 10, 2009 at 05:09 AM
I remember watching him when I was little and all I can say is im going to miss watching him. God bless his friends and family.
Posted by: Barrett Evans | February 10, 2009 at 05:32 AM
This is bad... My heart does go out...
Changes to the sport need to happen.
I have 3 friends in a wheelchair that a simple neck brace could have kept them out of.
We all love this sport and know the risk, but you can't help but wonder if a leat or neck pad would have saved his life. Don't get me wrong I am sad, but unless sponsors make rule changes I can't watch anymore of these events with my kids.
Posted by: Thomas | February 10, 2009 at 05:33 AM
Envío mis condolencias a sus familiares, que Dios les dé fortaleza
Posted by: wendy | February 10, 2009 at 05:36 AM
Damn he Was WAYYYY too young, RIP Bro and much love to ur fam.
Posted by: Big Mike | February 10, 2009 at 05:52 AM
i feel real bad about jeremy im praying for him every night
Posted by: tyler mckay | February 10, 2009 at 06:09 AM
Que lamentable este hecho yo estuve en el accidente, y la verdad me conmociono bastante la verdad que todos dependemos de un hilo en esta vida, no somos nada cuando nos toca morir, Dios sabra porque sucediron asi las cosas, que lastima.......de verdad duele bastante, que un evento familiar termine asi, como lo lamento mucho por sus familiares y mas que todo su recien esposa..!!! LO SIENTO MUCHO, NOSOTROS LOS TICOS NOS SENTIMOS MUY CONMOCIONADOS POR LO SUCEDIDO.....
Posted by: Carlos de Costa Rica | February 10, 2009 at 06:21 AM
You know... I watch these FMX riders doing their tricks and I think "Wow... that was cool" but you never really know what kind of risks they're taking until something like this happens. I pray that he's hitting big jumps in Heaven now and I pray his family will do OK in his absence. I've always been amazed by Jeremy's skills and he and his remarkable abilities will never be forgotten in my home! God's speed Jeremy and to the Lusk family and friends... stay strong and rest in the comfort that Jeremy is in a better place now, waiting for the rest of us...
Posted by: SSmith | February 10, 2009 at 06:42 AM
The people of Costa Rica are very shocked! Our prays go out to his family!
Blessings for Jeremy and his family form Costa Rica!
Posted by: Sergio | February 10, 2009 at 06:42 AM
One of my favorite riders, so much fun to watch...RIP man, i will always ride for you.
Posted by: Kevin Waite | February 10, 2009 at 06:48 AM
all i can say is WOW...unbelieveable sad sad news....r.i.p. man.. and my condolences to all his family.. you'll be missed!!!
Posted by: mike bowers | February 10, 2009 at 06:53 AM
He should have stuck to basket weaving. Much safer than trying to be a showoff.
Posted by: fred holder | February 10, 2009 at 06:58 AM
Out of the Earth, the rose
Out of the night the dawn
Out of life and all it's woes
Comes the courage to press on
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Thank you for the "Show" it was an honor to see you ride.
Posted by: OG_Shocker | February 10, 2009 at 07:12 AM
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jeremy and his family..... I had the honor of working with him a few times and he was a great kid!
I also think it is irresponsible of the LA Times to keep the link to the video of his crash in this string of posts.
I hope they have the decency to take it down for the benefit of the Lusk family and to deter shock and awe junkies from watching such a horific incident with a very real ending for thrills.
Posted by: Anonymous | February 10, 2009 at 07:12 AM
i cant belive he`s gone he was one of my heros and to think he`s gone that quick i saw him come i 3rd in a compition in orlando back in october i shuck his hand he signed my hat and now he`s gone he still is one of my heros he wont be forgoten every weekend when i ride ill think of him rest in peace god bless
Posted by: clinton helton | February 10, 2009 at 07:19 AM
OUR HEARTS POUR OUT TO HIS WIFE AND FAMILY.
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
YOUR IN OUR PRAYERS
GOD BLESS
FRIENDS FROM BAKO,CA
Posted by: CHUCK & SHERRY BIDDLES | February 10, 2009 at 07:22 AM
This is such a tragedy. I from SD but now live in Costa Rica and have been following this closely since the night it happened. I know that FMX has obvious risk involved, but honestly this show never should have happened that night. The winds were some of the strongest this country has has in years. Trees being uprooted, tractor trailers blown off the road. The conditions had to add more risk to an already dangerous sport. I'm no expert, but man if you knew how hard the winds were blowing here Saturday night you would think that they had to play some part in Jeremy's accident. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends.
Posted by: Greg | February 10, 2009 at 07:30 AM