Motocross racer Cohn Evans remembered fondly after New Beith crash

Professional motocross racer Cohn Evans has been remembered fondly as a devoted uncle with ‘a heart of gold’ following a fatal crash south of Brisbane.

Professional motocross rider Cohn Evans killed in horror crash. Picture – Facebook.

A source close to the family of the BMX and motorcross racer killed in a car crash south of Brisbane this week has shared beautiful details of his life.

The source, who asked not to be named, revealed touching details of Cohn’s dedication to his family — in particular his nieces and nephews.

They said he would be remembered fondly for having “a heart of gold” and for being devoted to his family, following his death in a horrific crash at New Beith Wednesday night.

According to the loved one, Cohn, 22, was a real ‘family man’.

“No words can describe what a wonderful uncle and son he was,” they said.

“He had a heart gold.

“His smile would light up the room.

“He will be greatly missed by many, that’s for sure.

“It’s a small family but he was the best uncle and would do anything for the kids.

“(He was a) jokester and life of the party.”

According to the source, Cohn was just as dedicated to BMX as he was to his family.

“His parents were his number one fans,” they said.

“He dedicated his time (to BMX) since he was four years old.”

Professional motocross rider Cohn Evans killed in horror crash. Picture – Facebook.

Family and friends have taken to social media to share tributes for the talented rider.

His uncle, Stof Pilkington, said the family was heartbroken.

“Absolutely broken … how quickly life can change,” he said.

“I’m still struggling to believe it but Cohn Evans you will never be forgotten mate.

“I remember putting you on you first motorbike and running after you for hours every day.

“I remember endless days and nights in the shed building bikes and motors.

“Watching you grow up was an adventure that’s for sure.

“You will be missed mate.”

Cohn Evans will be one of the starters in the Airoh state round in April in Warwick.

Meanwhile, the father of one of the young men also involved in the crash has shared his mixed emotions about the tragedy which claimed the close friend of his son.

Wade Gordon took to social media to share his condolences with the Evans family, while expressing his gratitude that his son Blake had made it out alive.

“So thankful I’ve still got my boy … condolences to Cohn (‘s) family,” Wade Gordon said.

His son, Blake Gordon, was in the car the night of the crash but walked away with minor injuries.

The source told Quest News they were still unsure where Cohn, Blake and the other young man were headed the night of the crash.

Professional motocross rider Cohn Evans was killed in horror crash south of Brisbane. Picture – contributed.

Police said three men were in a vehicle travelling along Dungaree Drive towards Pub Lane, about 6.30pm, when the driver lost control and crashed into a tree.

The driver, a 23-year-old man from Greenbank, and the front passenger, a 21-year-old man from Springfield Lakes, both sustained minor injuries.

Professional motocross rider Cohn Evans when he was 11 years old. Picture – Facebook.

It is understood he was involved with the Centenaryplains Bmxclub, based on Browns Plains Rd at Jimboomba.

No one has been charged and police are still investigating the crash.