Fatal crash at Oulton Park: Cheshire Police confirm inquiry after two riders die

Two riders died following a multi-bike crash during the British Supersport Championship race at Oulton Park on Monday, marking a tragic start to the 2025 British Superbike season.

British rider Owen Jenner, 21, and New Zealander Shane Richardson, 29, were fatally injured in a crash involving 11 riders on the opening lap of the third race of the weekend. The incident occurred as the field exited turn one, prompting an immediate red flag and subsequent cancellation of the event.

Motorsport Vision Racing (MSVR), which oversees circuit operations at Oulton Park, described the crash as a “major chain reaction” incident. Series director Stuart Higgs called it “severe and catastrophic.”

In a statement, MSVR confirmed that Jenner succumbed to a catastrophic head injury at the circuit medical centre after being treated trackside. Richardson died en route to Royal Stoke University Hospital due to severe chest trauma. A third rider, 47-year-old Tom Tunstall, sustained significant back and abdominal injuries and remains hospitalized.

Richardson was riding for Astro-JJR Hippo Suzuki and Jenner for Rapid Honda. Both were considered rising talents in the sport.

Cheshire Police confirmed they are investigating the two fatalities on behalf of the coroner, following a “multiple collision” at Oulton Park.

“Emergency services were called to the scene following the collision, which resulted in two riders being fatally injured and another with serious injuries,” the statement read.
Due to the severity of the crash and continued medical intervention, the remainder of the event was cancelled.

The Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MSVR are conducting a joint investigation with the Coroner and Cheshire Constabulary.

Several other riders, including Carl Harris, Cameron Hall, and Max Morgan, sustained minor injuries and were treated on site. Riders Lewis Jones, Corey Tinker, and George Edwards were involved but unhurt.