The 17-year-old BMX rider and skateboarder would wear through his shoes “like fire”, father Vladimir Koninin​ said, following Kirill’s death on Christmas Eve. It was unclear why he decided not to, Vladimir said, as he understood BMX could be a dangerous sport. RICKY WILSON/Stuff Vladimir Koninin and Oxana Koninina are pleading with skatepark users to wear a helmet following the death of their son, Kirill. RICKY WILSON/Stuff Kirill would wear through his shoes “like fire”, father Vladimir said. Ricky Wilson/Stuff Kirill’s parents are seeking permission to dedicate a bench to their son at the skatepark.

Source: Stuff January 06, 2021 05:37 UTC