Update: Shane Ott Critically Injured in Motorcycle Accident
By Brandt DeLorenzo on Nov 04, 2008
Update – 11/10 @ 2:16PM: Shane is now responding to voices, but may still undergo more surgeries. A blood drive is being held at the Miller-Keystone Blood Center in Reading, PA on November 22nd from 2pm – 5pm.
Update – 11/05 @ 11:38AM: According to FiveOuncesofPain, Shane is still in an induced coma and in critical, yet stable condition. He is breathing on his own and the doctors are hoping to have his leg fitted with a prosthetic limb once he recovers.
Update – 11/04 @ 12:37PM: A family friend met with Shane and reported that he is still in critical, but stable condition. He will need to undergo numerous surgeries.
Update – 11/04 @ 8:39AM: According to his daughter, Shane is undergoing surgery again this morning.
Update – 3:25PM: Shane lost his leg as a result of the accident. Friends are looking to create a fundraiser for him to help offset the cost of the surgery and his hospital stay. He is still in critical condition.
Another Update – 2:42PM: Shane was moved from a hospital in Reading, PA to another hospital in Philadelphia. His surgery was successful and they’re hoping for a successful recovery. We’re keeping Shane in our thoughts as he battles for his life.
Update: MMA Opinion was contacted with good news. Shane is still alive, but in critical condition.
Ex-IFL fighter Shane Ott passed away on Sunday morning due to injuries sustained after crashing his motorcycle. Jon Murphy from The Underground explains the accident and his friendship with Ott:
Not sure how many of you guys knew of Shane. The hardcore guys, East Coast MMA scene people, and some guys on here I know personally and so did Shane.
Just want to take a moment and inform you guys of his passing yesterday. He was in a terrible motorcycle accident early Sunday morning. From what I hear, doc’s did all they could to save him, but his injuries were to severe and he eventually succumb to his injuries.
This is a sad day for me as I got to know Shane quite well. We were training partners, but more importantly, we were friends. Shane has battled many demons in his life. It was evident to those who didn’t even know him just by taking a glance at his tattoos. Dude had ‘HARD LUCK’ tattooed across his knuckles if that makes it anymore evident. Shane was a bad-ass wrestler who was on fire picking up MMA and jiu jitsu. His ability to learn and apply was incredible, but his strength made him all the more fearsome. Strongest person I’ve ever rolled/sparred with, period.
Shane was in a rough period in his life and actually climbing out of it by taking steps back to the gym. Most people on here (that know of Shane) will remember his Haselrig fight, but Shane was truly so much better than that. Prior to organized MMA, Shane had done a lot of street fighting and harnessing a lot of anger and regret in a negative way. When Shane got to our gym, you could see him come alive and be himself for a brief period from 6 to 9 pm Monday thru Friday. He loved to train. Sure, he’d bitch just like the rest of us if we were tired, cranky, but we did it, he did it.
Just wanted to publicly say good bye to a great friend, fighter, and father…
RIP Shane Ott.
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Hit me up in E mail please ….
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I need to make a correction I had sent a reply to A Praying Friend and I went back to re read I didn’t have my glasses on and I read the wrong persons reply here it was Brad that said about not being a God person so I appologize maybe that is why I should wear my glasses to read lol so Brad you do not have to be a “Godly ” person just as long as you have FAITH in something , it could be a tree , a dog, WHAT EVER you choose , no one has the right to say what is right or wrong to pray too just so that you do cause as long as you pray that means you have faith in SOMETHING much greater and that is all that matters .Be it a tree , or a dog it does not matter , the important thing is IT MATTERS TO YOU .
Shane, Hoping for the best for you buddy!!! Stay Strong & Get Well!!!
I totally agree w/ Tracy & Julie,,, Jeez How rumors spread like wild fire!!!
thank you MENTAL I like that name lol Hey Tracy dont worry he is like the 10 million dollar man or the terminator HE WILL BE BACK !
OK OK UPDATE
Shane is responding to his mom just got a phone call from a family friend who talked to his parents and said that he was asked by his mom if he hears her and he opened his eyes and squeezed her hand …. I also know he was in surgery again and came out of that ok so KEEP YOUR PRAYERS GOING STRONG THEY ARE WORKING !
Thanks Julz..It is great to hear the update. I will continue to pray for Shane and the family and friends. I got tears in my eye when I read it.
Oh I will pray for the tree also…no comparison
Your quite welcome Julz,,, You know me though its “JAMZ”,,,
UpDater, Good to hear Shane is responding, See there goes the shane we know and love,,, Theres not a doubt in my mind, that he will be ok, and pull through this tragedy! My heart goes out to Him and his Family!
ok two things here Brad that tree thing make sure it has a solid trunk and no holes ( come on just trying to make ya smile ) lol and MENTAL how do I know you ? DId we spend time together in PSYCH ward LMAO
hit me up both of you at my space or e mail me at Soberjulz@yahoo.com
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=209129528
Hey Gus
I had no IDEA you knew my future hubby #88 now I dont have to stalk him anymore ……. see I knew there was a reason we met here now can you get him to propose to me ?
In no way to disrespect any fathers, when a woman carries a child in her womb it doesn’t matter if that child is 70 they will always be your baby. God, please give Joyce and Jr the strength to get through ALL that they are going through and help them to stay strong enough for the toughest and possibly longest battle of their lives. To his children, stay strong Dad needs lots of support and to his siblings hold on to your strenght in each other and never let it go. Bless you all.
To respond to Julz. I want to let you know that I believe in my God. I don’t believe in church and preaching about God. I think if you believe what is in your heart and have faith, it will happen. Just like Shane, he has always had a strong faith within himself in everything he does. Julz, all I am saying is the only thing that I can do right now for Shane is pray because of my physical condition right now has me very limited. I do wish there was something else I could do to help right now, with any fundraisers and anything of that nature I will most definitely be able to also help Shane and his family with. Julz you are right in what you say about Shane. All I wanted to do was let Shane, his children, and family know that Shane is in my thoughts and prayers. I am most defintely not here to make any waves with anybody on anything, especially on a religious topic. This is about Shane and his family. Everybody I believe, is “to each there own.” I’m here for positive support for Shane. I apologize to anybody that I miss led with the God prayer, no disrespect was intended. Julz I apologize.
Hey Jimmy Jamz and whom ever else may be confused, the Julie and Julz who are posting on this blog is not the person you think it is.
Hey Jimmy Jamz, Tracy wants you to call him so you can get the real deal instead of all this vomit on the web.
to clear the air here yes I am Julz and Julie I did not see that I used both names , sorry for that I do appologize so I will stick to Julz that way it will not create confusion
NOW to praying friend no need to apologize in the least all I was saying is that you do not have to be religious to pray or believe in a GOD to do so , and you are doing something for Shane you are being a concerned friend and thinking of him obviously everyday and that is more than most who do claim to be so close to him , like I stated many times before , I was not close to him like some here I knew him for about 20 years through bars I use to go to and I know his parents for just about the same from the Wonder Inn , and I do not have to be a “close” friend to care about someone who has been through something as tramatic as this , but it does show that you can still have compassion as a human being . I would not want to be in this situation his parents , kids and him himself are , but I would like to know that if it would ever happen that I would have as many concerned for our well being and it goes to show how many we touch through out our lives . Don’t feel bad that you feel that you can not do more when the time comes for you to be there with him and for him you will , how about finding the address to the hospital where you can send a card to him and his family and enclose a letter and express how you feel . But continue to pray cause it will go a long way . Also you have here to get out what you feel and if you don’t feel like lettng that out here then feel free to e mail me and I will listen . I have broad shoulders and a good ear and I do not judge , I believe veryone has the right to express how they feel just as long as it does not hurt anyone directly . SO here is my e mail Soberjulz@yahoo.com . Ok all have a great day I have to catch up on housework . That invite to e mail goes out to any who just wants to vent or talk !
God Bless
My prayers are with him and his family. Such a shame to happen to him or anyone for that matter.
Shane,
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Get well soon!!!!
For any one who really wants to help out and didnt know, There will be a blood drive for Shane!
WHEN: Saturday, November 22nd, 2PM – 5PM
WHERE: Miller-Keystone Blood Center
2745A Leiscz’s Bridge Rd.
Reading PA 19605
(LOCATED DIRECTLY BEHIND CLASSIC HD)
TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT,
PLEASE CALL 610-926-6060
WALK-INS WELCOME!!!
(MENTAL how do I know you ? DId we spend time together in PSYCH ward LMAO)
No,,, I havnt been committed since 99′… I think the Thorzine maybe working!
Sorry, I had you mixxed up w/ someone else,,, Shit! Maybe my meds aren’t working, bwwwahahahaha!
Reading? I live maybe 25 minutes from Reading and I would come to support Shane, but I will be in Atlantic City that weekend for Ring of Combat 21.
I’ll share the news to others though.
Actually the blood drive will start at 1 PM. There was a time change done by the Blood Center. Give me your email Jimmy Jamz and I will send you a copy of the flyer.
mentaldemonz@comcast.net
Julz.. I must Know you from the Wander days it’s been years since I’ve been in there.. But if you don’t know me I am a smart A@#. and you did make me smile and we all need that at this time. FYI you don’t want to take any Marriage(divorce) advice from GUS..well divorce maybe he has some good lawyers…lol.jk mugzy. anyone wants to e-mail me hit me up, I will be disconnected for a couple of weeks but I will get back to you as soon as I can
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Love ya Shane see you when I come home over X-mas
Hey Peeps
Sorry I had a rough day and wanted to get back to say hi , and not to take from the reason we are here but I am on Morhpine and my dosage was upped and I take 2 a day and my second dose is at 2 PM and it made me rather sick , nice how all the side effects are worse than what I am taking the damn shit for in the first place but it does take away pain and with that I also wanted to make sure I was ok for tonight to attend my AA meeting sorta glad I went needed to refresh my spiritual conditioning but the ride home was less than desireable , anyway thank you for the kind words Brad and I am glad I can make you laugh want to fall off your chair in hysterics see me naked NO that was not an invite to start a RUMOR here just hope you pissed your pants laughing at that , hell the way I am going I do not need to laugh to do that and now I know why they call then depends sadder part is I had to give up kagels for that too ……anyway now that I got that off my chest hope you all had a good day and a better night and KEEP PRAYING , has there been any updates ok peeps c u on the flip side
God Bless and Night Night
from the folks at Paradise Lost – (shanes work) – Kutztown PA
If you know about Shane then you also know that every little bit of money will help out to lower the hefty price of bills he’ll have. So come out and eat good food and help.
This sunday at the Kutztown Pub on Main Street Kutztown,PA
The event will start at 3pm-8pm. It will be $20 All You Can Eat!!!!!pasta,breadsticks,salad,meatballs,and will include a pitcher of beer!!
This event is going to be sponsered by Lambda Chi Alpha so half the money WILL be given to Shanes funds.These Fraternity brothers were gracious enough to put this on.
Most knew Shane and did hang out with him on occasions too. So please come support this amazing event.
thank you
If you know about Shane then you also know that every little bit of money will help out to lower the hefty price of bills he’ll have. So come out and eat good food and help.
This Sunday at the Kutztown Pub on Main Street Kutztown,PA.The event will start at 3pm-8pm. It will be $20.00 All You Can Eat!!!!!pasta,breadsticks,salad,meatballs,and will include a pitcher of beer!!
This event is goin to be sponsored by Lambda Chi Alpha so half the money WILL be given to Shanes funds.These Fraternity brothers were gracious enough to put this on.Most knew Shane and did hang out with him on occasions too. So please come support this amazing event.
thank you Michael Arehart
Any more updates on Shane’s condition?
Right now we know that he’s awake for short periods of time and he’s out of the coma. Family and friends, can you update us?
good luck Shane……your heart is strong
88
First i want to say i never met Shane,but my friends Lisa and Jeff is a good friend to Shane…and speak highly of him….my prayers go out to the family of Shane.May god be with you,and never give up hope.
I just spoke to a close/immediate family member of Shane’s and they are extremely grateful,especially his kids, of the outpouring of love and concern everyone has shown. His kid/s read this blog about once a day and it makes them feel better seeing everyone concerned for their dad and knowing that other people ultimately want the same outcome, for Shane to come home and move on with his life.
On the flipside, they are disappointed this blog is being used for social networking . This is not Facebook, MySpace or Craigs List. If you are looking for friends, please take it elsewhere.
Also, Thank You to the guys at Paradise Lost for passing the information on about the Shin-Dig this Sunday at the Kutztown Pub.
Please keep sending your prayers and well wishes, it means SO MUCH to his kids.
I have been checking this sight out everyday since last monday hoping each time to get some better news. Much thanks to the family and close friends for keeping us updated. I am glad to hear that Shane’s condition is getting better. Please keep posting any info on fund raisers. I got the info for the supper in K-town this sun.,and the blood drive on the 22nd. I am spreading the word in the Hamburg area. If there are any flyers for these or any other events please e-mail them to me so I can help get the word out. My e-mail address is fortnorthkill@comcast.net . Brad I liked your explanation on your relegious beliefs, thats the same way that I put it (must be in the blood line). Everyone stay positive its really needed. Shane you have been in my thoughts everyday, get well soon brother!
Thanks to everyone posting updates about Shane.as soon as i see anything like blood drive Dakota and i are postin signs and tryin to get word out for the blood drive and kutztown pasta benefit.JR & Judy my numbers in the book if ya lost it and need anything.i;m laid off right now and may be able to help with something.Dakota and my prayers be with Shane and family,cant wait to see EVERYONE SOON!love ya guys and again thanks for updates.Joe Faust
I ALSO KNOWN SHANE FOR A LONG TIME HE WAS LIKE A UNCLE 2 ME AND MY BROTHER AND A BROTHER 2 MY FATHER AND I BELIEVE IN HIM HE WILL MAKE IT THREW THE THINGS IN THE HOSPITAL GET BETTER SOON UNCLE SHANE YOUR CLOSE FRIENDS SON JEFFREY JR
Good evening everyone. I heard Shane was opening his eyes and responding to voices. Joyce, JR, Jill, Alexis and anyone else who goes to visit Shane please tell him I am there in heart and soul and I WILL see him when I am home on leave in DEC. This isn’t in my lane but I have read this and Shane you came to mind and I want to give these words to you
Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Stay strong Brother
I just received this link from my husband, thank you. I’m glad to hear there is so much support to help him and his family with the medical bills that will be incurred and any information I get I will pass on to my family and friends, ever little bit helps – keep up the posts! I pray every day for Shane and his family to have the strength and positive outlook to get through this difficult time! I’ve known Shane a long time as well, since High School, and I know how much of a fighter he is and he will get through this. He will need all the support from his family and friends once he is “out of the woods” and back home recovering.
Stay strong, Stay positive and Get Better Soon Shane – we’re all pulling for ya!
The Anderson Family sends our best wishes to Shane! To those in-the-know, thanks for the updates, please send our love to Shane & his family.
I was only a high school acquaintance, but have friends who are very close to Shane. My prayers and thoughts are with Shane & his family during this tough time. Hang in there. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!
I was just informed that there will be a donation jar for Shane set up at RMC, I believe, starting tonight.
Amazing how small the world seems when there is a tragedy! It’s such a wonderful thing to see people pulling together & supporting Shane and his family emotionally and giving what they can financially in his time of need!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
to shane and his family, there are many who know of this tragic accident and have all of you in there thoughts and prayers. stay strong and keep the prayers rolling things will look up again.
Yo Shane keep swinging Brother, I’m here praying an fighting for you. I will be out of the loop for about 40 days with no connection what so ever so I will check in on you when I can keep fighting Love Ya man….See ya in December
CHUNK
Has there been any updates on Shane and his family ?
Sorry I have not posted in a few days been really sick with the up dose of my morphine sound ssilly to even say that considering the situation here , anyway I talked to the Fire Co I shoot darts for and I have a personal connection with a popular band from the area and I am checking into doing a benefit for Shane , we are actually looking at booking 2 bands to play one from 7-10 then another from 11-2 I will have further details in about a week or so once I can talk to the bands and see if they are booked I know I have time also to get this together and I was thinking more towards after the holidays cause the medical expenses are going to add up so if we can space out the events that way money will coming in through out his recovery . Ok all have a great night .
Peace and God Bless
Please please please, can somebody give an update on Shane’s condition? How has this week been? Thank you!
shane is not dead he is fighting good in da hospital he is like an uncle 2 me and i know he will make out of da hospital because he was never a quitter and he was always a good fighter
Come on now…isnt there anyway to take anonymous coons comment off of here…he is obviously a selfcentered hateful person… we dont need that garbage on here… anyone have any updates yet?
I CAN NOT BELIEVE THE TRASH THAT SOMEONE HAD THE NERVE TO LET THIS STATEMENT FROM COON GET POSTED AND TO THINK I HAVE BEEN KEEPING MY MOUTH SHUT ABOUT ANYTHING BEING SAID ON HERE. CAN SOMEONE PLEASE GET THAT OFF OF HERE. THAT IS HORRIBLE. SHANE’S KIDS AND OTHER FAMILY AND FRIENDS READ THIS AND DO NOT WANT TO SEE THAT KIND OF SMUT ON HERE. MY PRAYERS TO THE REST OF MY FAMILY. GOD BLESS THEM ALL.
hey anonymous coon what gives you the right to open your mouth and say such stupid ass comments at a very rough time for him, his KIDS,his family, and friends. GROW UP BE AND BE A MAN and learn to keep your mouth shut, because you never know when someone might just shut it for you,for being so stupid My best wishes to shane for a recovery, we are all praying for you!
WTF??? I know I should’nt,,, But I can’t help it,,,
Hey Coon, So you like to kick people when there down??? How about I hunt you down thru your fuckin’ ISP address and we come and give you what you deserve fucko!?!
Obvisly this guy is salty because Shane probably kicked his ass in some place and time?
Lets not feed this COON Monster any more attention that he is seeking!!!
I agree w/ Lindsey and the family member,,, BLOG MASTER NEEDS TO DELETE THAT RUBBISH ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I apologize to the Ott Family for having to read that garbage!
WOW what a scornful person that COONS is, and you are right KARMA is a bitch and since you took that time to write that…that means it will come full circle right back to you and 10 fold , KARMA is powerful and it is also patient my dear human hater so as we all witnessed it here you just set yourself up for it to return FULL CIRCLE …… now with that said to him this applies to everyone else as for this FORUM here that is the ONLY problem with one that is PUBLIC we all have the right to say what is on our minds here but and I mean a big BUT it is just a damn shame that there will always be that select few that use for HATEFUL reasons , there are no “guidelines” here and anyone can post anything just wish if you have NEGITIVE things to say you would take that elsewhere out of respect that Shanes Family mostly his children come here , but obviously since you have to go ANNONOMOUS it means you are either ashamed of who you are or just can not be MAN or WOMAN enough to use your real name in fear cause you will get what is coming back to you so I would say that you have a lot of shame for who you are , if you want to use such MIGHTY words here and think you are some tough SOB then may I suggest you come out with who you are … NOT SO TOUGH ARE WE NOW since you hide behind your computer how about show your face somewhere and voice that and see if you walk away unscathed , and if you have no reason to feel FEAR then no reason to HIDE behind this forum , trust me you will be revelaed in time no one can remain “secret” forever , so I would suggest you PRAY for the words you used here to bash Shane cause you know some where some day TRUTH will prevail and may God have mercy on your soul when it does . My sick friend I will now pray for you to have all it is you want in life cause that is what good people do they pray for those that are in situations that were out of their control . If you feel the need to make such horrible statements here to feel better about yourself then I feel sorry for you to live with such emotional pain for your sad pathetic life , so you got your ass beat BUCK UP be a man and take it , obviously you must have done or said something to get what you got COON that is called KARMA and once again you have not learned from the lesson you already got once before so what is it going to take ? Remember as you stated SHANE is still here you might not be so lucky if you continue with your deep seated hate and it does not have to come from anyone here or connected to Shane but it will come to you it always does like I said it is PATIENT so I hope that you look over your shoulder every place you go and live in such fear that you do not know who all knows Shane or his family cause when you least expect it WHAM it got you and what the damn shame in that is when it does since you do not want to be identified we will have no place to send our condolences to your family . I will pray for you and hope that someplace in your exsistance there is a HUMAN being and that you will turn your hatered into some thing more useful for yourself and others . God be with you ….. peace brother ……
hey Mental CALM DOWN BROTHER that is EXACTLY the reaction this person wanted , since their own life is so pathetic he/she wants and feels the need to have everyone else at their level and for the moment the SPOT LIGHT is on them , probably never succeeded at at any thing in life so by doing what he /she did made them feel for that moment a little high and mighty and a bit in control , by feeding into it just makes them feel something that they never had before ATTENTION or given a slight bit of recognition who knows perhaps even in a sick mind as theirs LOVE for all that matter . I know it sounds F-ed up but pray for them , cause in a way they are SICK too . Now if you want to kick some ass step into my ring LMAO hope that put a smile on your face for for even a second …. keep the peace brother and if you need to vent I am here ………Have a great weekend and KEEP the prayers going for Shane and family .
Wow – I know there are people out there who’s lives were touched negatively by Shane but this is NOT the time NOR place to be voicing those feelings! I’m guessing their mother never taught them that “if you don’t have anything nice to say then don’t say anything at all”!
God – I can’t even imagine what my husband would say if he had connection to this site right now…..
I think we all wish there was a filter on this site to restrict disrespectful, ignorant people from posting such vulgar prejudice comments. But Julz is right -we need to disregard this pathetic comment because it’ll just add to their cause.
I know his kids, family and friends know the truth and are strong enough to allow comments like this to be dismissed.
There are more of us out here that love Shane and our real feelings and prayers will continue to be posted and read – so please keep the updates, positive comments and prayers coming – don’t let mindless, moronic people get you down!
The comment is coming off. If Anonymous Coon has something to say about Shane, he can wait until Shane has fully recovered.