7-year-old girl dies after losing control of dragster in Florida race (Facebook – Orlando Speed World Dragway)
Elienisse Diaz Rodriguez, a 7-year-old girl from Orlando, Florida, USA, passed away after a serious accident during a junior drag racing competition at Orlando Speed World Dragway.
During the “Funday Sunday” event, she lost control of her dragster, hit a track official, and crashed into a concrete wall. Despite medical efforts, Elienisse did not survive her injuries and passed away two days later.
The tragedy has deeply affected her family, friends, and the motorsport community. Her mother paid a heartfelt tribute on social media, while the school she attended provided psychological support for students and teachers.
The event organizers expressed their condolences and reiterated the risks associated with motorsport, but proceeded with the race schedule for the weekend.
To help with funeral expenses, the family created a GoFundMe campaign, which has raised over $30,000. The incident has reignited discussions about the safety of high-speed children’s competitions.
Source: Black News | Photo: Facebook – Orlando Speed World Dragway | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
