Beloved newlywed meets horrific fate after entering ‘night of destruction’ demolition derby-type race

A beloved newlywed husband was killed in a horrific crash during a demolition derby-style event at a fair in Minnesota, just one day before he and his wife were set to leave on their honeymoon.

Joshua Wines, 28, died after he sustained critical injuries Thursday night during the Isanti County Fair’s high-octane ‘Night of Destruction’ event in Cambridge, Minnesota.

The event is a four-part motorsport show known for fiery collisions and massive crowds.

Heartbreaking images captured by event-goers show what appears to be Wines’ derby car flipped on the track with smoke in the air. 

The driver was airlifted from the scene and rushed to North Memorial Hospital with critical injuries, which he later succumbed to. 

‘Josh fought courageously in the hospital after being airlifted from the scene, but his injuries were ultimately too severe,’ his loved ones shared on a GoFundMe page.

Josh’s family revealed that he donated his organs to help save the lives of others.

Joshua Wines, 28, (pictured, right, next to his wife Kayla) died after he sustained critical injuries Thursday night during the Isanti County Fair’s high-octane ‘Night of Destruction’ event in Cambridge , Minnesota

Heartbreaking images captured by event-goers show what appears to be Wines’ derby car flipped on the track with smoke in the air

‘Josh and his wife were just beginning their life together – newly married and preparing to leave for their long-awaited honeymoon,’ the GoFundMe read.

‘Now, instead of celebrating their future, she is faced with unimaginable loss and the emotional and financial burdens that follow.’

Wines’ father told FOX 9 that the couple had tied the knot last fall and were meant to take off on their honeymoon the next morning.

Event organizers have canceled a similar event on Saturday, and hosting a vigil for Wines instead. 

County Sheriff Wayne Seiberlich told the Star Tribune Sunday that his office launched an investigation into the reason behind the crash – but that it is not considered a ‘criminal investigation’ at this point. 

‘At this time, this is not a criminal investigation,’ Sheriff Seiberlich said. ‘We will consult with our County Attorney’s Office Monday.’

Josh and his wife were just beginning their life together – newly married and preparing to leave for their long-awaited honeymoon

The event is a four-part motorsport show known for fiery collisions and massive crowds

‘This event was designed around speed and vehicle-to-vehicle contact and occurred on private property. Drivers signed waivers to participate,’ he added. 

Long Shot Trucking, where he worked, also shared that they are ‘rallying behind one of our own – Josh Wines, a dedicated driver, husband, and friend – who was critically injured during the Night of Destruction event at the Isanti County Fair.’ 

‘The timing couldn’t have been more heartbreaking – he and his wife were just about to leave on their long-awaited, week-long honeymoon,’ the message continued, urging the community to donate.