Justin Wilson, Late IndyCar Driver, Will Save 6 Lives Through Organ Donation

IndyCar driver Justin Wilson, who died Monday following complications from injuries sustained during an August 23 race, has saved six lives by donating his organs.    Wilson's brother Stefan tweeted the news Tuesday: The 37-year-old Wilson was struck by a piece of debris following a single-car crash by fellow driver Sage Karam on the 180th lap at Pocono Raceway. He was airlifted to Lehigh Valley Health Network Cedar Crest Hospital, per IndyCar's official Twitter.  Hulman & Co., which is the parent company of IndyCar, CEO Mark Hulman said on Monday night that Wilson died as a result of the accident, per IndyCar.com: Justin's elite ability to drive a race car was matched by his unwavering kindness, character and...

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