Zero Skateboards professional skateboarder Dane Burman has officially stepped away from the company following allegations made by British model, writer, asexual activist, and researcher Yasmin Benoit.
Benoit has claimed that Burman sent her sexually inappropriate messages when she was underage.
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The allegations were shared in an interview published by skateboarder and writer Robert Brink, who has been reporting on misconduct within the skateboarding community.
The story gained attention after being featured as a top story on ShreddER, prompting conversations about accountability in the industry.
Following the publication, Burman released a public statement addressing the situation and announcing his departure from Zero Skateboards.
In his message, he reflected on decisions from his past, noting that they date back to 2012 and do not reflect the person he is today. He described personal growth as an ongoing process that requires focus and attention.
Burman said he is stepping away from the company immediately to work on himself and to acknowledge the ways past actions can affect others. He added that he wants to approach this period with care and respect for those who may have been affected.
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He concluded by saying that his current focus is on moving forward with integrity, clarity, and purpose.
The skateboarding community has reacted to the news with a mix of concern and curiosity, as the story highlights broader issues in the industry and raises questions about how companies and athletes handle allegations of misconduct.
Zero Skateboards has not issued a public statement beyond Burman’s departure.
This development continues to draw attention as conversations about accountability, safety, and transparency in skateboarding grow. Readers are watching closely to see how both Burman and Zero Skateboards respond moving forward.
Burman Posted:
"Recent commentary has brought attention to decisions made earlier in my life. These matters date back to 2012 and do not reflect who I am today. While these references do not represent who I am today or the values I live by-personal growth is not static, and I recognize that it is an ongoing process that deserves focused attention. Effective immediately, I am stepping away from Zero for a period of focused personal work. I acknowledge that past chapters can affect others, and I approach this moment with care and respect for those experience. My focus now is on moving forward with integrity, clarity, and purpose."
ShreddER Team Editorial on Reporting
This article reports on Dane Burman’s public statement and his departure from Zero Skateboards. It also references allegations made by Yasmin Benoit in an interview published by Robert Brink. These claims have not been proven, and no findings of guilt have been made. Readers should treat the allegations as unverified and consider them carefully.