Hospital photo emerges of motorsport stars ‘engulfed in flames’ as husband breaks down in tears as he recalls terrifying accident
Two off-road drivers whose car burst into flames after a fuel cell exploded in Mexico are now recovering at a San Diego hospital, as seen in a newly released photo on social media.
Both Janey Lee and Kylie Marie Walton are recovering in the San Diego area after Tuesday’s incident during preparations for this week’s San Felipe 250, according to an Instagram post from Janey’s husband, Eric.
‘Tuesday at approximately 11am, Janey and Kylie were involved in an accident,’ Eric began. ‘The car caught fire under Janey’s seat and her seat belts did not release.’
Eric, a skateboarder and offroad enthusiast, quickly became overwhelmed recounting the details of his wife’s near-death experience. He also credited Walton, the car’s other occupant, with saving his wife.
‘At that point, she was fully engulfed in flames, Kylie had to reach in and release the seat belt for her,’ Eric said. ‘Kylie saved Janey’s life. As a result, Kylie’s hands were burnt. Janey’s gloves and PCI helmet saved her hands and her face.’
While the outlook is positive, Eric stressed that Janey has ‘extensive burns to her legs’ and ‘will require several surgeries.’
Both Janey Lee (left) and Kylie Marie Walton (right) are recovering in the San Diego area after Tuesday’s incident during preparations for this week’s San Felipe 250
The two motorsport stars were flown to San Diego for treatment on their burns
Janey Lee’s husband Eric broke down while discussing her near-death experience
‘Her right leg is not as bad as her left leg,’ Eric said of Janey. ‘Her left leg is burned pretty bad, and she has some burns on her shoulder here that will also require some grafting. She’s a trooper, and she’s in good spirits.’
Walton, too, will require surgery, Eric said.
‘Kylie’s hands were burnt,’ Eric continued. ‘She will require a little surgery for her hands. She’s in good spirits too. The girls are tough. They really are.’
Eric went on to thank many members of the ‘off-road community’ for their support and the helicopter crew that flew the women to safety.
The San Felipe 250 is a 250-mile race held on the peninsula of Baja California. It serves as the curtain raiser for the 2026 SCORE World Desert Championship.
Lee and Walton are better known for being part of the Monster Energy Girls, a squad of women who are often seen posing alongside athletes at motorsport and MMA events.
Lee and Walton (pictured) are better known for being part of the Monster Energy Girls, a squad of women who are often seen posing alongside athletes at motorsport and MMA events
Lee is pictured in front of one of the Monster Energy cars ahead of the San Felipe 250
They were preparing for this week’s San Felipe 250 when a fuel cell reportedly ‘exploded’
But in recent years they have moved behind the wheel themselves. Last September they made their debut in a SCORE event.
‘Sending all our love and good vibes to Kylie and Janey,’ Monster Energy said. The Daily Mail contacted SCORE International for more information on the incident.
In a statement on Wednesday, the sanctioning body said: ‘This morning, SCORE International officials became aware of an accident involving two competitors with their pre-run vehicle in San Felipe.
‘Both are currently stable and receiving medical care. Thanks to the rapid response of those nearby, they received initial treatment locally before being transported to the United States for further emergency care.
‘This sport is built on a tight community, and moments like this are felt across all of it. Our thoughts and prayers are with them, their families, and their teams.’
