In March 2023, Josh Owens, a beloved cast member of “Moonshiners,” was involved in a serious motorcycle accident at Daytona International Speedway. The incident had a significant impact on him, and here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what happened:
The Accident:
- Date: March 4, 2023
- Nature: High-speed motorcycle race collision
- Severity: Extremely serious, resulting in multiple broken bones and other injuries. Josh himself confirmed in a video:
- Broken neck
- Broken back
- Broken legs
- Broken arm
- Other unspecified injuries
Recovery and Aftermath:
- Length of hospitalization: Extended stay, including nearly 10 days in a coma
- Current status: Recovering, but facing a long and challenging road to full recovery. He still uses a wheelchair as of January 2024.
- Community support: Fans organized fundraisers to help with Josh’s medical expenses, showcasing the love and support he receives.
- Show involvement: He hasn’t appeared in new episodes since the accident, but the show and his co-stars have openly supported his recovery process.
Current Information:
- Focus: Ongoing physical therapy and rehabilitation.
- Mental state: Determined and optimistic about his full recovery, as evident from his public messages.
- Future on “Moonshiners”: Unclear at this time.
Additional Resources:
- Josh’s personal Facebook message about the accident: https://www.facebook.com/JoshOwensMoonshiners/
- TMZ article with details on the injuries: https://www.tmz.com/2023/03/28/moonshiners-josh-owens-motorcycle-crash-broken-neck-back-legs-arm/
- Fundraiser for Josh Owens: https://www.gofundme.com/f/moonshiner-josh-owens
Remember, as Josh’s recovery is ongoing, information might change in the future. We can hope for his continued progress and return to the show when he’s fully ready.