The Deftones have been/still are a major musical influence throughout my life and this is a terrible loss. Prayers go out to the Cheng family. http://www.underthegunreview.net/2013/04/13/chi-cheng-deftones-bassist-passes-away/
I was a big Deftones fan but lost touch with them after White Pony. I didn't know about his accident either. That said, he will be missed. RIP Chi.