Chief, also known as Justin Shearer, had a car crash during filming. He sustained injuries but has since recovered and continues to be involved in the street racing community.
Justin Shearer, better known as Big Chief, is one of the most prominent figures on the Discovery Channel’s reality TV series “Street Outlaws,” which showcases the world of illegal street racing. In 2015, Chief was involved in a serious car accident while filming for the show. His beloved car, “The Crow,” was totaled when he collided with a fellow racer, Brian “Chucky” Davis. The crash was the result of a mechanical failure that caused Chief to lose control of his vehicle.
Chief suffered a pulmonary contusion, a broken collarbone, and several other injuries. Despite the severity of the crash, he made a remarkable recovery. His resilience and dedication to street racing led him to build a new car, “The Crowmod,” which is a modified, lighter, and faster version of his original car. Chief’s accident and subsequent comeback were significant storylines on “Street Outlaws,” and he remains a key figure in the street racing scene, continuing to race and participate in the show.