New York Speedway Stunt Takes a Devastating Turn
What started as a thrilling day at Lebanon Valley Speedway took a heartbreaking turn when a local favorite suffered a devastating injury during a stunt gone wrong.
Noah Chaffin, known for his big energy, adventurous spirit, and fearless stunts, was attempting to jump over a car during the Eve of Destruction event. But the jump didn’t go as planned.
Instead of clearing the vehicle, he crashed into the windshield and suffered a serious spinal injury, fracturing his T12 vertebrae.
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Shawn Bergdoll, a spectator at the speedway near Albany, caught the tragic accident on video - footage that has now gone viral.
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Family Turning to Community for Help
Noah's friends and family describe him as the kind of guy who brings people together, never backs down from a challenge, and always lifts up those around him.
Now, they're hoping the community will come together to lift him up.
Noah faces a long, difficult recovery — one that includes surgery, extensive physical therapy, and significant medical treatment.
A fundraiser is underway to help Noah and his family with the mounting medical bills and adjustments they’ll need to make to support his recovery. The goal is to raise $20,000 to cover surgery, rehab, and home modifications to make his space more accessible as he heals.
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If you’d like to help, every donation — big or small — makes a difference.
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