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September
Junk Energy Promotional Event At Mirror Park Ends In Explosion.
A publicity stunt by energy drink maker Junk Energy ended in tragedy last week when a race car exploded during an exhibition at the Diamond Resort & Casino in Mirror Park.Park. The driver was killed in the dramatic blast captured live by cameras. Hoping to promote a new flavour, Junk Energy organized an exhibition race around a speedway at the resort. Race team Ace Velocity provided two customized Junk-branded stock cars.
Thousands attended the day-long event, which also offered stunt shows, merchandise giveaways, and samples of new flavours like Junk Punch and Junk Torque. Weazel News was even broadcasting live for a hype-fueled spectacle.
The Explosion
During the final exhibition race lap, one stock car suddenly exploded into a massive fireball just past the finish line in front of spectators and cameras. The driver was killed in the fiery blast which engulfed the car in seconds.
The exploding race car tragedy has had immediate ramifications for Junk Energy beyond just cancelled events. Several retailers have announced they will no longer carry the brand's drinks and merchandise.
Most significantly, gas station giant LTD issued a statement that Junk Energy products were being removed from all location coolers and shelves indefinitely. A source from Weazel News provided the following quote from LTD's corporate office:
"LTD cannot in good conscience continue selling Junk Energy drinks. Their stunt crossed a line, and resulted in a needless loss of life. Until Junk Energy proves capable of responsibly marketing their products, LTD will not be an outlet for their brand."