Star Trek actor, 27, dies after being hit by his own car
American actor Anton Yelchin has died in a freak accident in his Los Angeles driveway.
The 27-year-old, best known for his role as Pavel Chekov in the Star Trek reboot series, was killed when his car rolled down his driveway, pinning him against a brick wall.
“The car pinned him against a brick wall and a security fence and that trauma led to his death,” Jenny Houser, spokeswoman for the Los Angeles Police Department said.
Hundreds of fans and fellow actors have taken to social media to pay their respects.
We’re saddened to report the passing of Anton Yelchin, best known as Chekov @StarTrekMovie https://t.co/dgpY0gSuem pic.twitter.com/EXMCAJsKgx
— Star Trek (@StarTrek) June 19, 2016
Today we mourn the passing of Anton Yelchin. He was beloved by so many and he will missed by all. pic.twitter.com/POChZ2XwyI
— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) June 19, 2016
This is unreal. Anton Yelchin is such a talent. Such a huge loss.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) June 19, 2016
Devastated about Anton Yelchin. He was a very sweet kid. My heart goes out to his family
— Hank Azaria (@HankAzaria) June 19, 2016
Devastated to hear about the brilliant Anton Yelchin. He was thoughtful, kind, and gifted. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) June 19, 2016
