Christian Mercier Killed In Car Accident

Cycle News Staff | November 7, 2012

Christian Mercier, the FIM Cross Country Rallies and Enduro Commissions Coordinator, was killed last night in a car accident, according to the FIM.

Mercier had been with the FIM since 2001.

“He was a pillar of “his” commissions and of the FIM team and he will be remembered as an ambassador for his disciplines and as a passionate advocate for motorcycling,” the FIM release states. “In these tragic circumstances we extend our thoughts and deepest friendship to his family, his relatives and many friends.”