In a shocking turn of events, a beloved Southern California venue for thrill-seekers has announced its closure, following a heartbreaking accident that shook the community.
The Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park, a cherished venue for motocross enthusiasts, is shutting down permanently. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic incident that claimed the life of a 9-year-old girl in June.
In a statement on their Facebook page, the park’s owners expressed their sorrow. The statement read, “It is with great sadness that we announce the closing of LEMX. Due to a lawsuit from a tragic accident that occurred in June, the property owner has terminated our agreement as they are being brought into it as well.”
The Park’s official noted that it was in the best interest of the property owner to close the track. They acknowledged the difficulties they faced but shared that operating the venue had been a rewarding experience.
The closure of Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park follows the heartbreaking incident that occurred five months ago, leading to the death of 9-year-old Brooke Carlton. Brooke tragically died after a collision with another rider on the track on June 4.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Brooke was badly injured during the accident. She later passed away at Inland Valley Medical Center at 11:24 a.m. The incident unfolded around 10 a.m. when Brooke, riding an electric motorbike, collided with another juvenile on a motorbike.
Bystanders rushed to help, performing CPR until paramedics arrived. Unfortunately, despite their efforts, Brooke succumbed to her injuries. The other rider involved sustained only minor injuries.
In the wake of Brooke’s tragic death, a GoFundMe page was launched by family friend Ally Giles to support her grieving family. The campaign aims to help the Carltons navigate this difficult time as they cope with the loss of their beloved daughter.
In a heartfelt message on the fundraising page, Brooke’s parents, Jason and Angie, wrote, “Yesterday the good Lord called our dear Brooke Lily to heaven after a freak accident at a local motocross track. Our entire family is still trying to understand why our Brookie, but we firmly believe that God needed her and called her home to be with him.”
Their family friend, Ally reminisced about Brooke with great fondness, emphasizing her love for her parents, her dog Gunner, her grandparents, and her brother Landon. She described Brooke as an absolute sweetheart who could brighten anyone’s day with her warm smile and bright blonde curls.