Alexis “Lexi” Kramer was identified as the second victim in the fatal McLaren crash that killed car influencer James Wehr.
The second person killed in a fiery McLaren crash in Irvine, California, has been identified as 22-year-old Alexis “Lexi” Kramer, a Florida native whose family is now remembering her as a lively and deeply loved young woman with a passion for cars and motorcycles.
Kramer died alongside 27-year-old car influencer James Wehr in the early hours of Sept. 13 after a 2019 McLaren crashed near Culver Drive and Deerfield Avenue. Police said the vehicle lost control, struck a curb and a tree, split apart and caught fire. Both people inside were found dead after firefighters extinguished the blaze.
Wehr’s death had already drawn attention from the automotive community because of his role as co-founder of South OC Cars & Coffee. The identification of Kramer has now added another family and community to the tragedy.
Alexis “Lexi” Kramer Identified After Irvine Crash
Kramer’s family confirmed her identity following the crash, according to reports. She was 22 and from Florida.
Authorities responded to the crash at approximately 12:18 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13, after receiving reports of a vehicle fire in Irvine. The Irvine Police Department and Orange County Fire Authority responded to the area of Culver Drive and Deerfield Avenue.
According to police, the McLaren was traveling northbound on Culver Drive when the driver lost control. The vehicle moved to the right, hit a curb and then collided with a tree. The force of the impact caused the car to split apart before it caught fire.
Once the fire was extinguished, authorities discovered two people inside the vehicle who had died.
The identities of the victims were not immediately released. Wehr was subsequently identified as one of those killed, while Kramer was named as the second victim after her family came forward.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation.
Kramer Had a Passion for Cars and Motorcycles
Although Kramer was only 22, her family says cars and motorcycles were an important part of her life.
She frequently shared photographs and videos connected to the automotive world on social media and had described herself online as a Hooters Calendar model. Her relatives said she particularly enjoyed American muscle cars and motorcycles and had developed a strong connection to the broader car community.
Her family has described her as kind, funny and charismatic, while friends and others who knew her have reportedly reached out to share memories following her death.
The tragedy is especially painful for those close to Kramer because the interest that brought her into the automotive community was also connected to the circumstances surrounding her final weekend.
Kramer Traveled From Florida Before the Crash
According to information provided by Kramer’s family, she traveled from Lakeland, Florida, to California on Friday, Sept. 11, to meet Wehr.
A relative said Kramer and Wehr spent the weekend together and that she attended Wehr’s South OC Cars & Coffee event before the fatal crash.
Those details have also fueled considerable attention online, particularly because Wehr was married. However, reports about the nature and status of their relationship have varied, and the circumstances of their personal relationship should not be treated as established fact while the investigation into the crash remains ongoing.
What is confirmed is that Kramer was in the McLaren with Wehr when the vehicle crashed early Sunday morning.
Her Sister Shares Emotional Tribute
Kramer’s sister, Gracie, publicly remembered her in a heartfelt social-media tribute.
In a post featuring photographs and videos of the siblings, Gracie described Lexi as much more than a sister, emphasizing the closeness they shared throughout their lives.
Her tribute portrayed Kramer as someone who brought humor, energy and personality into the lives of the people around her.
The family’s comments have helped paint a picture of Kramer beyond the headlines surrounding the crash. Rather than being known only as the second victim in a fatal accident, she is being remembered by those closest to her for her personality, interests and relationships.
That distinction has become particularly important as details of the crash have spread across social media.
James Wehr Was Also Killed in the Crash
Wehr, 27, was the first victim publicly identified following the collision.
He was known within Southern California’s automotive scene as a car influencer and co-founder of South OC Cars & Coffee, a weekly gathering that has become a major event for car enthusiasts.
The event’s community paid tribute to Wehr following news of his death, describing him as a beloved member of the family behind the organization.
His mother, Sarah, also shared a personal remembrance of her son, recalling his personality and the qualities that made him memorable to people who knew him.
The automotive community responded with additional tributes as news of his death spread.
For many attendees, Wehr was more than an organizer. His work helped create a regular meeting place for people who shared an enthusiasm for performance cars, custom vehicles and automotive culture.
South OC Cars & Coffee Mourns Its Co-Founder
South OC Cars & Coffee has become one of the best-known weekly car gatherings in Southern California, and Wehr played a central role in building the event.
The organization confirmed his death in an emotional social-media message and asked people to give his family privacy as they processed the loss.
The group also encouraged members of the community to appreciate their loved ones and express their feelings while they have the opportunity.
Wehr’s death therefore resonated beyond his immediate family. The crash took the life of someone who had built a significant community around one of his greatest interests.
The loss of Kramer has likewise been felt by her family and friends in Florida and by people she had met through the automotive world.
Investigation Into the McLaren Crash Continues
The Irvine Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team is leading the investigation into the collision.
Police have said the McLaren was traveling at a high rate of speed after a traffic signal turned green before the driver lost control. The vehicle then struck the curb and tree, resulting in the devastating impact and fire.
Authorities have not announced a final determination of what caused the driver to lose control, and the investigation remains active.
That means some details circulating online about the crash, the occupants and their relationship should be treated cautiously until investigators release additional information.
The identification of Kramer establishes who the second victim was, but it does not by itself answer the broader questions surrounding the collision.
A Family Now Grieving Two Young Lives
For Kramer’s family, the focus has shifted from identifying her to remembering the person she was.
Her sister’s tribute highlighted the lifelong bond between them, while other relatives have spoken about Kramer’s sense of humor, charisma and love for cars and motorcycles.
For Wehr’s loved ones, the loss is equally profound. His death has left a void in a community he helped build and among family members who described him as a beloved son and brother.
The two families are now dealing with the consequences of a crash that happened in a matter of seconds but has left lasting grief.
As investigators continue examining what happened on Culver Drive, friends, relatives and members of the car community are left to remember both victims for their lives rather than simply the circumstances of their deaths.
The investigation into the fatal Irvine collision remains ongoing, and additional information could clarify the events leading up to the crash in the days ahead.
