Former FBI Agent: ''We Had To Get Rid Of Him, He Knew Too Much
Minutes ago, the strange silence following the sudden demise of Tyler "Flip" Priddy from "Street Outlaws" still echoes through the racing world. With his notorious El Camino, he left a legacy that outlived his untimely departure. What hidden truths lurk behind his tragic end? Let us delve into the shadows of intrigue and uncover the startling secrets of what really happened to Flip.
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00:00This car left number one last season, and it leaves race night as number one.
00:06I told my kids I would do them with that.
00:08Minutes ago, the strange silence following the sudden demise of Tyler Flippretty from Street Outlaws
00:14still echoes through the racing world.
00:16With his notorious El Camino, he left a legacy that outlived his untimely departure.
00:21What hidden truths lurk behind his tragic end?
00:24Let us delve into the shadows of intrigue and uncover the startling secrets of what really happened to Flip.
00:30The legacy of Tyler Flippretty.
00:33Many people only become famous after they pass away.
00:37Think about Johann Sebastian Bach, Vincent Van Gogh, Emily Dickinson, Herman Melville, or even Bruce Lee.
00:43Their real recognition came only after their deaths.
00:46Something similar happened with Tyler Flippretty from the show Street Outlaws.
00:50He wasn't very well known when he was alive, but his story reached a much wider audience after he passed away.
00:56He was a member of the Oklahoma Racing Group featured on the show, and he played an important role in the early days,
01:03even though he wasn't around to see the show on TV.
01:06The El Camino car you see on the show, that was actually his.
01:10He died a little over one year before Street Outlaws started airing, leaving a gap in the racing world and in the hearts of his close friends, who had known him for about two decades.
01:20But what nobody knew was the secret behind the El Camino's last race, a mystery that would soon stun everyone.
01:26After his death, his friends and others close to him struggled to come to terms with the loss.
01:32They wanted people to know who he really was, beyond just the car or the stories shared on the show.
01:38This sparked curiosity about his life and led many to dig deeper, trying to understand the man who was such an important part of the local racing community.
01:47It raised questions.
01:48Who was he?
01:50What made him special?
01:51What happened to him, and how did his absence affect the future of Street Outlaws?
01:55To get to the heart of his story, we need to look at his life, his love for racing, and the impact he left behind.
02:02Street Outlaws began on the Discovery Channel in 2013 and quickly became one of its most popular shows.
02:09It wasn't just about the cars and racing.
02:11It was also about the racers themselves, their friendships, rivalries, and the tight bonds they formed.
02:17It introduced viewers to names like Justin Big Chief Shearer and Chris Kamikaze Day,
02:23who became well-known for their skills, personalities, and backstories.
02:27For fans of cars and speed, the show provided a rare look into a world where people risk everything for the thrill of racing.
02:35Even though he wasn't there when the show aired, his presence was felt by those who had raced with him,
02:40and his memory inspired others in the group.
02:43To understand who he was, we need to go back to where it all started, Chickasha, Oklahoma.
02:50This was where he was born on November 30, 1981, to Gene and Glenda Long Pretty.
02:57Chickasha wasn't just his hometown, it was also where the first race on Street Outlaws took place.
03:02The town had a strong drag racing culture, which played a big role in the show's start and in his love for racing.
03:09From a young age, he was fascinated by cars, and this passion shaped his life.
03:14He grew up with Justin Shearer and Chris Day, who later became known as Big Chief and Kamikaze.
03:19The three of them would often ride their bikes to watch drag races, dreaming about the day they could race too.
03:26But his story wasn't just about him.
03:28His close friends, like Big Chief and Kamikaze, played important roles in his life.
03:34Chris, known as Kamikaze, kept much of his private life away from the public eye, but his connection with him was strong.
03:41They shared a background in Oklahoma City, where they grew up surrounded by the racing culture.
03:46Chris' father was a drag racer, so racing was a part of his life from a young age,
03:50and this extended to him and Big Chief, who were often there with him.
03:53The passion they shared for cars and racing brought them closer together and shaped the way they lived their lives.
04:01He chased his dreams with grit and a love for speed.
04:04The Life of a Street Racer
04:06His path to fame wasn't easy.
04:08There were many struggles along the way, but he never gave up.
04:12He went to Hinton Elementary and later graduated from Putnam City High School.
04:15Before he fully committed to racing, he worked as a storekeeper and later took a job at Warren Caterpillar,
04:22a construction equipment company, where he stayed for nearly 10 years.
04:26It was during his time there that he really began to chase his dream of racing,
04:30and the company even sponsored some of his races.
04:33This showed just how serious he was about his passion,
04:36as he spent much of his earnings on building and customizing his cars to make them race-ready.
04:41But this wasn't the hardest part for him.
04:44Even though he loved racing, it wasn't just about speed and winning for him.
04:48It was also about the community, the friends and fellow racers he met along the way.
04:53The people who shared his passion became like family,
04:56and the time they spent together at races or working on cars meant a lot to him.
05:02The El Camino car he worked on and raced with wasn't just a vehicle.
05:06It was a symbol of his dedication and the countless hours he put into making it great.
05:11It became a legendary car in the racing scene, especially after his death,
05:16as it stood for everything he represented.
05:18Boldness, hard work, and a love for racing.
05:21When he passed away, it was a shock to his friends in the racing community.
05:26His death left many people searching for answers,
05:29as not much was officially said about what happened to him.
05:32All they knew was that he died just over a year before the first episode of Street Outlaws aired.
05:37His friends, including Big Chief and Kamikaze, felt the loss deeply.
05:43The show went on to become popular, but his absence was always felt.
05:47His memory lived on through stories shared by his friends and the El Camino,
05:51which was driven by Kamikaze in later episodes.
05:55It was more than just a car on TV.
05:57It was a way to keep his spirit alive and a reminder of what he had meant to the group.
06:01It wasn't just about remembering him, though.
06:04His story also highlighted the risks that came with the world of street racing.
06:09It's a dangerous sport, and for those who live for it, the thrill and the risks go hand in hand.
06:15The people on Street Outlaws weren't just racing for fun.
06:18They were racing because it was a big part of who they were.
06:21For him and others like him, the love of cars and the need for speed were worth the danger.
06:26It was a lifestyle that defined him, and it shaped his friendships and life choices.
06:32The show continued to grow, and as more people learned about Street Outlaws, they also heard about him.
06:38The stories told by Big Chief, Kamikaze, and other racers gave viewers a glimpse into who he was.
06:44Even though he wasn't there to share in the fame, his legacy was carried on by those who knew him best.
06:50For many fans, he became a symbol of the racing spirit that the show tried to capture.
06:55A spirit of dedication, friendship, and passion for life on the road.
06:59His story reminds us that even if someone is no longer with us, their influence can still be felt.
07:05His love for racing, his commitment to his friends, and his willingness to chase his dream continue to inspire both the people on Street Outlaws and the viewers who follow the show.
07:16It's not just about the cars or the races, it's about the people and the stories behind them.
07:21And in that way, Flip's legacy lives on, reminding us all that sometimes the most important things in life are the relationships we build and the dreams we pursue, even if we don't always get to see them come true ourselves.
07:36Now, a special car carries his legacy and spirit.
07:41Under the hood.
07:42There were stories going around about how he got those parts, with some folks saying he didn't always get them the right way, borrowing, trading, or maybe even taking them without permission.
07:52Whatever the case, it was clear that the car was powerful and one of a kind.
07:56For anyone who never met him, it really is a shame because he had a gift for making things better, whether it was a car, a conversation, or a friendship.
08:05If he touched it, he somehow found a way to improve it.
08:08His passion for racing and fixing cars was clear to everyone who knew him.
08:12That's why the El Camino wasn't just a car to those close to him, it was a part of him, a piece of his personality on wheels.
08:20Getting rid of it would have felt like letting go of him himself, and no one wanted that.
08:25Despite its rough look and some repairs that were done with things like duct tape, the car was still incredibly important to those who understood its true value.
08:35The Elko stood out.
08:36It wasn't a fancy car, but it was loud and fast, and when you saw it coming, you definitely noticed.
08:41Some people criticized it, saying it wasn't built well or that some of the parts didn't seem like they belonged, but he didn't care about any of that.
08:49The car wasn't meant to look perfect, it was meant to race, and that's what it did.
08:54He constantly worked on the car, making little changes here and there to make it faster or run better.
09:00His friend, Justin Big Chief Shearer, used to joke that the Elko was like a ticking time bomb, always about to blow up in the middle of a race.
09:08But it never did.
09:10Instead, it kept winning races, even beating cars that cost well over $100,000.
09:15Built from random parts, the Elko became a legend in street racing and helped him grow his worth to about half a million dollars.
09:23But the most amazing part is how the Elko's story doesn't end there.
09:28You see, his deep love for racing in the Elko made him a well-known figure among street racers.
09:33People liked him not just because of the car, but also because he was fun to be around and brought excitement wherever he went.
09:41His outgoing and fearless personality made him the perfect person to have in front of a camera.
09:46So, when the Discovery Channel started filming a show about street racing, he and his group of friends seemed like a great fit.
09:53They didn't hesitate to let cameras follow them around, even though racing on public streets wasn't exactly legal.
10:00But they loved racing and didn't mind sharing it with the world.
10:04The show was a perfect match for his lifestyle, and he quickly became one of its most talked-about characters.
10:10On the Discovery Channel's website, they even described him as the kind of guy who would always be holding a beer in one hand and a cigarette in the other,
10:18always ready for a race or an argument.
10:21His passion for racing was easy to see, and people were drawn to that energy.
10:26But his time on the show was cut short.
10:28He only appeared during the first season, and anyone who started watching Street Outlaws later wouldn't know what happened to him.
10:35Suddenly, a tragedy changes everything.
10:38A legacy wrapped in steel and sadness.
10:41The sad truth is that he passed away before the show even aired.
10:45The details of his death have never been fully shared, so no one really knows what happened,
10:50except that it was on May 28, 2013, in his home in Yukon, Oklahoma.
10:56He was only 31.
10:58The little information available says his death had nothing to do with racing,
11:02though there were reports that a gunshot was involved.
11:05It was also known that he had been struggling with depression for a while.
11:09His wife, Morgan, spoke up a few weeks after he died,
11:12talking about how important it is to discuss mental health
11:15and the topic of deciding to eliminate himself.
11:18This made some people think that Mayby decided to eliminate himself and played a part in what happened.
11:25Her comments seemed to fit with what was already known about his depression and the rumor of a gunshot.
11:30But still, nothing has been officially confirmed.
11:33There have been other rumors, too, like that he accidentally shot himself while handling a gun,
11:38or that there was some personal problem involved, but no one knows for sure.
11:42But his death wasn't the worst part.
11:45What happened to Elko afterward brought a mix of sadness and hope.
11:49The car was not forgotten.
11:51In fact, it continued to be an important part of his story.
11:55After he died, his good friend Chris Kamikaze Day took the Elko.
11:58It wasn't an easy thing to do because everyone knew how much the car meant to him.
12:03Keeping the car going and racing it in his honor was a challenge that took a lot of time and effort.
12:08The car was still as wild and dangerous as ever, and it took nearly 10 years before it met a different kind of end.
12:15The big crash happened in February 2021, and it shocked a lot of people.
12:20Chris Day lost control of the car after making some changes to it,
12:23including adding a turbocharger that made the Elko even more powerful on the racetrack.
12:28The crash was a harsh reminder of the risks that come with racing,
12:32the very risks that he and his friends had loved and lived for.
12:36Even though the car was destroyed, it still carried his legacy right up to its last moment,
12:41reminding everyone of the person who built it.
12:44In the racing world, people still remember him.
12:47His life was short, but it left a lasting impression on those who knew him and on street racing itself.
12:53His journey from putting together a car with whatever parts he could find to becoming a well-known street racer
12:58is a story about loving what you do, taking risks, and never giving up.
13:04Even though the Elko isn't tearing down the streets anymore,
13:07its story lives on as a symbol of his spirit and the memories he left behind.
13:11His legacy isn't just in the races won or the car built,
13:15but in the way he made others feel alive both on and off the track.
13:19In the top ranks of the automotive world,
13:21making changes while maintaining a vehicle's unique charm is always a significant challenge.
13:27This car wasn't just any ordinary vehicle.
13:29It held a special place in history and had a notable background,
13:33with a story that resonated with many.
13:35The car represented more than just horsepower and speed.
13:39It symbolized dedication, passion, and a touch of nostalgia.
13:42However, a tragic accident shattered all those efforts,
13:46reducing the once majestic machine to mere remnants.
13:50In the video documenting the crash,
13:52you could see the Elko stripped down to its bare frame,
13:55a shadow of what it once was.
13:57The crash was never part of the plan,
13:59as Day hadn't even intended to race that night.
14:02There was a lingering sense of regret for not following his initial instinct,
14:06which, had he listened, might have prevented the disaster.
14:09In the wreckage, a friend finds a way to honor his memory.
14:13The Resurrection of Elko
14:15Kamikaze, known for his meticulous and thorough approach to automotive projects,
14:20took it upon himself to rebuild another vehicle using parts salvaged from the wrecked Elko.
14:26This wasn't just a simple act of rebuilding a car.
14:29It was an effort to keep a legacy alive.
14:32By incorporating pieces of the original Elko,
14:35Kamikaze aimed to preserve some of Flip's memory
14:38and ensure that a part of his friend lived on in the new machine.
14:43The successor to the Elko was soon unveiled,
14:46a C5 Corvette that inherited some key components from its predecessor.
14:50The engine, transmission, and various parts of the drivetrain from the old car
14:54were transplanted into the new Corvette,
14:57serving as a tribute to honor the memory of his friend.
15:00It was a fitting homage blending the old with the new
15:03while ensuring that the spirit of the original car lived on.
15:07There have even been rumors circulating about Day potentially building another Elko,
15:12keeping the dream alive and continuing to push forward despite the setbacks.
15:17When it comes to paying tribute to Flip's memory,
15:20his absence is still felt deeply among his fans.
15:23His presence resonated far beyond the car itself,
15:27touching the hearts of those who followed his journey.
15:29This symbol carried deep meaning for her,
15:31serving as a constant connection to his legacy.
15:34Big Chief and Kamikaze, who were close friends with Flip,
15:37still bring him up on the show.
15:40Through their stories and anecdotes,
15:41they ensure that Flip's legacy endures,
15:44and in a way, he continues to live on in the memories they share.
15:48It's not just about keeping his name alive,
15:50it's about acknowledging the impact he had on those around him
15:53and the mark he left on the automotive world.
15:56Flip's family, whom he left behind,
15:58include his widow Morgan Amber Pretty
16:00and their four children,
16:02each with unique nicknames that carried personal significance.
16:06Toy Jean, Rito, Tresen, Renaday,
16:08Day Remy, Jay Furson,
16:10and Bennett William Edward, Baby B.
16:13In addition, both of his parents are still alive,
16:15adding to the circle of people who grieve his loss.
16:18Out of respect for them and the grief they continue to endure,
16:21it is essential not to delve too deeply
16:23into the circumstances of Flip's death.
16:26It has been a decade since his passing,
16:28but the emotional scars are likely still raw for his loved ones.
16:32The pain of losing a family member never truly disappears.
16:35It only fades with time.
16:38When Flip first appeared on camera
16:39during the inaugural season of Street Outlaws,
16:42it was as though he had achieved a form of immortality.
16:45The show allowed him to leave behind a legacy
16:48that viewers could revisit,
16:50capturing a moment in time when he was alive and vibrant.
16:54His playful banter and relaxed demeanor
16:56became a defining image for many who tuned in.
16:59Years later, people still look back at those early episodes,
17:03remembering Flip as the guy
17:04who always seemed to have a beer in one hand
17:06and a cigarette in the other,
17:08a laid-back character who enjoyed the thrill of the race
17:11and the camaraderie of his friends.
17:13His persona on the show has cemented his place
17:16in the history of automotive culture,
17:18making him a figure who will not be easily forgotten.
17:22What are your thoughts on how Reality TV
17:24shapes our perception of individuals like Flip?
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