A 21-year-old woman died in Limeira, Brazil, after she was launched from a height of about 40 meters during a bungee jumping activity without being attached to a safety rope, according to military police and witness accounts.Maria Eduarda Rodriguez de Freitas, a graduate of physical education and sport management, died at the scene of the accident at the so-called “Skeleton Bridge”, a known location for extreme sports within the state of São Paulo.The accident occurred on Saturday morning. According to the military police, people at the site reported that safety equipment was not properly secured before the jump. The young woman was launched from the platform and fell about 40 metres, sustaining multiple injuries.
Paramedics and firefighters confirmed her death at the scene.Shortly before the jump, Freitas posted a message on her Instagram Stories. She wrote in a joking tone: “Who is the crazy person who let me jump off the bridge?” Her Instagram profile was deleted hours after her death.She shared snapshots of her daily life on social media, in addition to posts related to physical activity, nature, and well-being. She recently graduated in Physical Education and Sports Management and was based in Jandira in Greater São Paulo.
The incident was captured on video
The incident was recorded on video. The footage shows the young woman being led to the stage by members of the team responsible for the activity. Immediately after its release, people could be heard chanting “Guys, rope!” When they realized that the safety equipment was not connected.According to military police, the equipment was not properly secured, which led to it falling and causing multiple injuries.
People at the scene tried to provide first aid, but medical teams confirmed her death on the road.Freitas’ fiancé became ill upon arriving at the scene and also required medical attention. He was taken to the hospital, according to police.Military police reported that the two men responsible fled the scene but were found with the help of an Águia helicopter during searches in the wooded area. In total, six people were reportedly arrested in connection with the incident.The case was referred to Limeira Police District 2 for investigation. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death, including determining who was responsible for securing safety equipment and whether proper protocols were followed.
