Who was Pat Casey and what happened to him?

X GAMES winner Pat Casey was recognized for his abilities to perform the "decade backflip" and "double-decade backflip."

The BMX racer's life was tragically cut short after he sustained injuries from a motorcycle accident.

Who was Pat Casey?

Born on December 26, 1993, Pat Casey was a BMX racer and motorsport athlete from Yorba Linda, California.

Casey is remembered for his innovative stunts in the sport, which often involved him riding and performing tricks backward.

His signatures included the "decade backflip" and the "double-decade backflip."

He later relocated to Riverside, where he opened his own BMX training ground Dreamyard.

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What happened to Pat Casey?

On June 6, 2023, the 29-year-old BMX racer was pronounced dead.

Police reported Casey's death was the result of a motorcycle accident.

The accident occurred when Casey made an unsuccessful jump attempt at Slayground Motocross Park.

"Deputies and paramedics attempted life-saving measures. However, the man was pronounced deceased at the scene," said the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

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"Deputies found a 29-year-old man had crashed his motorcycle while performing a jump on the park ramps.

"The investigation is ongoing at this time. The name of the man is not being released at this time pending notification of family by the Medical Examiner's Office."

Casey is survived by his wife Chase and their two children; Reid and Taytum.

"The impact you left on your family, friends, and the bmx community is unmatched," fellow BMX rider Tyler Rizzi said in an Instagram tribute.

"A husband, father, friend, hero, and inspiration on all aspects in life. I love you pat. Until we meet again."

TJ Lavin paid his respects and said: "The world lost one of the baddest to ever do it. I’m so sorry for his wife and kids.

"@patcaseybmx will forever be remembered for the down to earth sweetheart of a guy that he was."

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