Bohuslav Ceplecha
Czech rally co-driver (1977–2012)
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Bohuslav Ceplecha (Czech pronunciation: [ˈboɦuslaf ˈtsɛplɛxa]; 6 May 1977 – 14 July 2012)[1] was a rally co-driver.[2] He died on 14 July 2012 after a serious accident at Rally Bohemia in the Czech Republic.
Born
6 May 1977
Bohuslav Ceplecha
6 May 1977
Died14 July 2012 (aged 35)
OccupationRally co-driver
Bohuslav Ceplecha | |
|---|---|
| Born | Bohuslav Ceplecha 6 May 1977 |
| Died | 14 July 2012 (aged 35) |
| Occupation | Rally co-driver |
Death
He died in a crash in the third stage when driver Martin Semerád lost control of his Lancer and a hit a tree at high speed. Rescue units reached the scene but despite the efforts, Ceplecha's injuries were too severe and he succumbed on the spot. The 22-year-old Semerád, who was taken to a hospital by a helicopter, survived with a minor injury suffering with a clavicle fracture. The 39th edition of the rally was cancelled after the accident.[3]