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  1. 03-11-2009, 10:45 PM #1
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    Death of TapouT founder

    Did anyone else read about the death of "Mask," the founder of TapouT? I just saw it on Yahoo News, but the article said it was posted eight hours ago. This is the first I heard of it
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  2. 03-12-2009, 10:46 AM #2
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    The mixed martial arts community lost one of its biggest personalities early Wednesday morning in a car crash in Costa Mesa, Calif.

    High-speed tragedy Photos: TapouT co-founder Charles "Mask" Lewis died after his Ferrari hit a lamp post at a high speed and split in two on a California road. Witness the aftermath of the crash.
    Video: Did racing cause the crash?
    Charles "Mask" Lewis, the 45-year-old co-founder of the TapouT apparel company, died when he lost control of his Ferrari and hit a lamp pole. Lewis was pronounced dead at the scene.

    In a statement on its Web site, TapouT said, "It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we must regretfully confirm the passing of our beloved friend, brother and co-founder Charles 'Mask' Lewis following a car accident that occurred last night. ... Many thanks to all for the outpouring of blessings and well-wishes during this incredibly difficult time."

    The Los Angeles Times reported that a Newport Beach Police Department officer witnessed the crash and saw Lewis' red Ferrari and a white Porsche spinning out of control just before 1 a.m. Wednesday. The Ferrari then hit the curb and collided into a pole.


    Charles "Mask" Lewis (www.tapout.com / Special to FOXSports.com)

    "It was terrible," Newport Beach Lt. Craig Fox told the Times. "It was extensive damage to the vehicle."

    A woman in the Ferrari was ejected from the vehicle and was in stable condition at a local hospital. Police haven't determined if she was the driver or passenger of the Ferrari, according to the Times.

    Police later arrested the driver of the Porsche, Jeffrey David Kirby, and charged him with gross vehicular manslaughter. He was being held on $1 million bail.

    There was a 50-mph limit on the road, but police believe both cars were traveling well above that limit, according to a report on KTLA.com.

    The Newport Beach Police Department told FOXSports.com that Lewis' car was a 2004 Modena Ferrari. That Modena can reach speeds of more than 180 mph and retails for almost $200,000.

    Lewis and Dan "Punkass" Caldwell founded TapouT in 1997 as a clothing and MMA gear retailer. In addition to retail, the private company also signed deals with fighters, including Kimbo Slice, and is a sponsor of fight events.

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    The pictures are sic, he cut the car and half. the front was 100ft down the road.

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  4. 03-12-2009, 11:00 AM #4
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    Heres a link...

    http://www.ktla.com/landing_news/?Po...316&feedID=171

    It shows a video of the crash scene.

    R.I.P. 'The Mask'
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    Dam! That's too bad.
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    Very sad...

    Not a fan of the guy, but sad nonetheless...
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    Quote Originally Posted by yourmom View Post
    Heres a link...

    http://www.ktla.com/landing_news/?Po...316&feedID=171

    It shows a video of the crash scene.

    R.I.P. 'The Mask'
    Looks like a horrific crash.
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    to bad. would ever wish that on anyone. thoughts and prayers for his family and friends
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