[nomis]

Graham Condon, 58, a widely known paralypian and personality from Christchurch, New Zealand, was killed today when an out-of-control car crashed into his tri-cycle. He was heavily involved in disability politics and administration at all levels and a city councillor.

The report (http://www.stuff.co.nz/4195235a10.html) said:
...He was also a paralympian, representing New Zealand at six Paralympic Games and 17 international events between 1968 and 1988. He has held world records in the 200m, 1500m and 5000m wheelchair track events and won seven Paralympic medals.
He also played wheelchair rugby for Canterbury when he retired from the athletics track.
He was awarded a Queen's Service Medal and was a Justice of the Peace.

[wheeliebear75]

That's so sad to hear. It's a shame that of all people, someone who gave so much to his community (not just the disabled community) was the one who's # was up.

[hockeydahc]

a terrible way to go. sounded like a great achiever.