READ MORE: Why one of Britain's Formula E prospects can't wait to leave the seriesBritish Superbikes also paid tribute to Rouse and thanked the medical services who took care of him. "It is with great regret that we have to announce that Chrissy Rouse has succumbed to his injuries and passed away peacefully," the statement continued."On behalf of Chrissy's family they wish to convey their deep appreciation for the support and well wishes that they have received in recent days.
As well they wish to thank all the attending marshals and medical services who provided such skill and care attending to Chrissy."MotorsportVision (MSVR), the company that runs British Superbikes, added it is "now working with the coroner, police and the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board in order to investigate the full circumstances of this tragic accident".
They confirmed that an investigation is now underway regarding the circumstances of the fatal accident."It is with great regret that we have to announce that Chrissy Rouse, aged 26, from Newcastle Upon Tyne, has succumbed to his injuries, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, in hospital earlier this afternoon,” their statement began. "On behalf of Chrissy’s family, they wish to convey their deep appreciation for the support and well wishes that they have received in recent days.
They wish to thank all the attending marshals and medical services who provided such skill and care in attending to Chrissy."The family also asks for privacy at this difficult time as they attempt to deal with their devastating loss.
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