The YouTuber, who was known on the platform for his car-related content, passed after crashing his car in New York.
He was a popular car influencer
Andre, who was just 25, was an up-and-coming influencer who boasted over 300,000+ followers between TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
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He crashed in a car he had been showing off the week before
The car — a deep purple BMW M240 — was the focus of what would become his last YouTube video. The car was nearly new, only having been purchased in October.
Police say he was speeding
According to People, who spoke to the NYPD, Beadle was heading eastbound on the Nassau Expressway in Queens, New York at a “high rate of speed” before losing control of the car.
The car veered right
In the same statement, the NYPD noted that Beadle’s car traveled “off the right side of the roadway into the right shoulder” before striking a metal pole.
The car then headed left
“This caused the vehicle to veer back across the eastbound lanes to the left shoulder, ejecting the operator from the vehicle,” police said.
Beadle’s family posted about his passing on his Instagram
His family, friends, and followers have all expressed their condolences on the post, including organizing a release of balloons to commemorate his life in Haffen Park in the Bronx, New York.
They described him as a young legend and trendsetter
Followers and friends had nothing but kind things to say about the influencer.
“You are my idol brother, I wouldn’t be who I am in racing without you,” one wrote.
His family clearly adored him
In the same post, they called him “driven by passion, fueled by the thrill” and added “may you find the ultimate track among the stars.”
Many expressed condolences for his family
“Praying for your family. God only knows what they’re going through right now. Thank you for leaving an imprint on the NYC scene,” they said.
Our thoughts are with his family
The loss of someone so young must be devastating to his family. You can head over to his Instagram to express condolences.
