Josh Owens from ‘Moonshiners’ recently experienced a severe motorcycle accident, leaving fans deeply concerned about the well-being of the reality television star. Recognized as one of the standout personalities on the Discovery Channel’s gripping show, Moonshiners, Josh is not only celebrated for his moonshine expertise but also admired as an artist.
Beyond his contributions to the world of moonshining, Josh Owens is a former professional motocross racer, showcasing his diverse skill set. Despite stepping away from professional racing, he continues to engage in the sport that holds a special place in his heart. However, in March 2023, tragedy struck as he encountered a distressing accident during a race, resulting in significant injuries.
The details surrounding Josh Owens’s wreck are still unfolding, and fans are eager to learn more about his current health status and recovery journey. As an integral part of Moonshiners, Josh’s resilience and determination, whether in the world of spirits or sports, have captivated audiences, making updates on his well-being eagerly anticipated.
Unveiling Details: The Latest on Josh Owens’s Motorcycle Wreck
On March 3, Josh Owens shared an Instagram post, updating his followers about his location at the Sons of Speed antique board track within Florida’s Daytona International Speedway. Practices were set for 8 a.m., leading up to the races commencing at noon. Unfortunately, the next post emerged four days later on March 7, not from Josh but from his family. They expressed gratitude for the outpouring support and reassured everyone that, although focused on Josh’s healing at the moment, they acknowledged the love and concern received, assuring that Josh would reach out once he had the time to recover.
Nearly three weeks passed before Josh himself provided more details in a video posted on Instagram on March 27. Recording from a hospital bed, Josh addressed the questions surrounding his condition. Despite displaying signs of injuries, with a visible bandage on his right hand, Josh maintained his coherence. He candidly shared, “I got broken all to pieces in a bad motorcycle wreck,” outlining the extent of his injuries, including a broken neck, back, both legs, and an arm. Despite the challenges, Josh’s resilience shone through as he declared, “I want y’all to know I’m tougher than a pine knot, and I’m still here. And I’m gonna be here until God brings me home.” The video concluded with Josh expressing gratitude for the overwhelming support, as his comments section flooded with well-wishes from friends and fans, emphasizing their relief that he is still with us and their hopes for a swift recovery.
Josh Owens’ Ongoing Battle: Navigating Through Multiple Bike Accidents
As reported by The Daytona Beach News-Journal, Josh Owens faced a motorcycle accident during Bike Week in March 2018, leading to his hospitalization at Halifax Health Medical Center. However, he was discharged due to a lack of insurance, a situation that puzzled Halifax Health Officials. While they couldn’t delve into the specifics of Josh’s case due to patient confidentiality, they emphasized that a patient’s ability to pay is never considered in healthcare services or discharge decisions.
The incident unfolded on March 16 at New Smyrna Speedway as the reality television star prepared for an exhibition race. During practice laps on a 1919 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, Josh experienced a front tire explosion, causing his body to “pile-drive” into the pavement, as recounted by The Daytona Beach News-Journal. The aftermath left Josh with severe injuries, including breaking nearly all his ribs, puncturing a lung, breaking his collarbone and shoulder blade, and stripping the skin off one of his pointer fingers down to the bone.
This unfortunate event adds to a history of bike accidents for Josh Owens, raising concerns for his well-being. The hope remains that he will recover successfully from his latest injuries.