Long time mechanic from Newman-Haas-Lanigan Racing, Davey Evans, was killed early Sunday morning following an altercation at an Indianapolis bar.
According to numerous witnesses, he was savagely kicked in the head, collapsed and pronounced dead a short time later. It was reported that the attacker had tried to provoke several people into fighting before exchanging words with Evans. Mike Lanigan, Newman and Haas issued the following statement Monday night: "The past two days have been difficult for the team as we mourn the tragic loss of Davey Evans. He was part of our family for 23 of the past 26 seasons. His association with Carl Haas goes back almost 40 years. We appreciate all of the support and kind words from the many friends Davey made in his 40-plus years of racing."
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