Historic Greg Moore Helmet Stolen from BC Sports Hall of Fame

The BC Sports Hall of Fame is appealing to the public for assistance following the theft of a priceless piece of Canadian motorsport history: a racing helmet worn by legendary IndyCar driver and Maple Ridge native Greg Moore during his 1998 victory at the Rio 400 in Brazil.

The helmet was part of a permanent loan from Moore’s parents, Ric and Donna Moore and is considered one of the most iconic items in the Hall’s motorsport collection. While the helmet carries significant monetary value, given its historical rarity, as Moore passed away at just 24 years old, it holds an even deeper significance for the Moore family as a cherished reminder of Greg’s life and legacy.

The theft occurred on Wednesday afternoon (Sept 3^rd), after staff discovered that the helmet had been stolen from the mannequin beside Moore’s IndyCar. The suspect was a man wearing a black hat, black pants, blue shirt, grey jacket, white shoes, and carrying a burgundy sports bag.

“That helmet is a part of Greg that we’ll never get back,” said Donna Moore, Greg’s mother. “It’s not just racing gear, it’s a symbol of who he was, the joy he brought to people, and the dreams he chased. Please, if anyone knows where it is, help bring it home. Not just for us, but for everyone who loved Greg and what he stood for.”

The stolen artifact is a distinctive helmet with Player’s Racing Team and Mercedes logos on the forehead. It is decorated with blue and gold checkers, a red and yellow lightning bolt motif, and a peacock feather-inspired design.

“This helmet isn’t just a valuable artifact, it’s a deeply personal and irreplaceable piece of Canadian sports history,” said Jason Beck, Curator of the BC Sports Hall of Fame. “It represents one of Greg Moore’s greatest triumphs and is a lasting symbol of his legacy. We are devastated by this loss and urge anyone with information to come forward.”

The Hall of Fame is working closely with VPD and BC Place security, and encourages anyone with tips or information to contact Vancouver Police Department or the BC Sports Hall of Fame directly.