Individual meets tragic end during the process of removing Andy Warhol's BMW M1 Art Car from Washington DC
In a shocking turn of events, the Hagerty Foundation's "Cars at the Capitol" pop-up car show in Washington, D.C., was marred by a tragic incident on Tuesday. The incident occurred during the unloading of the 1979 Andy Warhol BMW M1 Art Car, a piece of automotive history, from a Reliable Carriers auto transport truck.
The unloading process was taking place on the Washington, D.C., National Mall, when a truck driver suffered critical injuries after being trapped under the vehicle. Despite the best efforts of medics who responded to the scene, the individual was later pronounced dead.
The exact cause of the incident remains unclear, with some reports suggesting equipment failure, but no definitive information has been shared. The incident is currently being treated as a workplace accident.
As a significant piece of history, the Warhol M1 is well-known for its striking looks, racing heritage, and astronomical dollar value. Painted by the famous artist Andy Warhol in less than half an hour, the M1 has made headlines numerous times for its unique design and impressive racing pedigree.
Following the incident, the M1 was re-packed and removed from the scene last night, following a police investigation. Hagerty, the event organisers, issued a statement expressing their condolences for the deceased truck driver's family. No further comments from Hagerty regarding the incident will be made at this time.
The events planned for the rest of the week, scheduled for September 18-23, have been cancelled out of respect for the deceased. It's uncertain when the Warhol M1 will be on public display again following the accident.
Reliable Carriers, known as one of the best car-moving companies, has not yet released a statement regarding the incident. The search results do not provide the name of the company responsible for the tragic accident during the transport of Andy Warhol's BMW M1 Art Car.
This unfortunate incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in the transportation of valuable and historic vehicles. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased truck driver during this difficult time.
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