A 21-year-old woman has tragically died in Brazil after a bungee jump went wrong at the Skeleton Bridge Trail in Limeira, São Paulo. The incident occurred when she launched off a bridge without being properly attached to a safety rope.
Details of the Incident
A viral video circulating online shows the woman standing near the edge of a cliff, wearing a helmet, with her arms outstretched. Three men are seen assisting her before pushing her forward. The footage appears to indicate that she was not secured to a properly fastened bungee cord before the fall.
According to authorities, the woman fell approximately 130 feet and succumbed to injuries sustained during the incident. The São Paulo Governor's Office stated that initial investigations revealed the safety equipment used during the jump was not correctly fixed.
“According to the police report, at the time of the jump, the safety equipment was not properly fixed,” the statement read. “The victim did not resist the fall and death was confirmed by SAMU teams.”
Arrests Made
Six individuals were taken to the Limeira Police District for questioning as authorities began probing the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. Subsequently, three men, aged 27, 32, and 42, were arrested on suspicion of homicide with eventual intent. This charge is used in cases where a person may not have intended to cause death but carried out an act with a recognized risk.
Ongoing Investigation
Officials have not disclosed the identities of those arrested but confirmed that investigations are ongoing to establish the exact sequence of events and determine possible responsibility. “The investigations continue to determine the circumstances and possible responsibilities,” the São Paulo Governor's Office said.
