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Driver Dies Unloading Warhol BMW M1 on National Mall

Officials are treating the case as a workplace accident under investigation.

Overview

  • The fatal incident occurred as the 1979 Andy Warhol–painted BMW M1 arrived for the Hagerty Foundation’s Cars at the Capitol display.
  • Medics responded to reports of a man trapped under a vehicle and pronounced the delivery driver dead at the scene, with his identity not yet released.
  • Hagerty canceled events scheduled for September 18–23, and both Hagerty and BMW issued condolences while declining further comment.
  • Authorities have not confirmed a cause; local reports referenced a possible winch failure during unloading that remains unverified.
  • U.S. Park Police investigated on site, the M1 was re-packed and removed afterward, and photos showed the transporter with Reliable Carriers branding.