BMX record-holder Dave Mirra found shot dead in truck after apparent suicide

BMX star Dave Mirra - who once held the record for the most X Games medals - has died in an apparent suicide. The 41-year-old’s body was found in a truck in Greenville, North Carolina, with what is thought to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Thursday night, police said. They said he had been visiting friends in the area. City of Greenville Mayor, Allen Thomas, paid tribute saying: “We mourn the loss today of a great friend and wonderful human being who touched the lives of so many around the world with his gift.”

I’m in complete shock. Angry, heart broken and just sad at the passing of my friend Dave. Heart broken 4 his daughters and wife

Motorcross star Carey Hart

Mirra was an accomplished BMX rider and one of the most decorated athletes in X Games history. He won a medal every year between 1995 and 2008 and won 14 gold medals in total. His one-time record of 24 career medals was broken in 2013 by Bob Burnquist. He also hosted MTV’s Real World/Road Rules Challenge and two video games carried his name. Mirra is survived by his wife and two children.

Goodbye Dave Mirra, a true pioneer, icon and legend. Thank you for the memories… we are heartbroken.

Skateboarder Tony Hawk