Death of a base jumper in Brazil: parachute failed to open after jumping from a cliff.
02.01.2026
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Shostal Oleksandr
02.01.2026
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Tragic incident involving a BASE jumper
A BASE jumper died as a result of an accident when his equipment malfunctioned immediately after jumping from a high cliff in Brazil. Firefighters were called to the Pedra do Baú complex in São Bento do Sapucaí. However, by the time emergency services arrived, Luiz Henrique de Oliveira Schaefer was already showing no signs of life.At the time of the accident, Luiz was making his jump when an unforeseen incident occurred.The tragedy has shocked the community that actively advocates for safety in extreme sports such as BASE jumping. This incident highlights the importance of proper equipment usage and adherence to safety measures during extreme jumps. The public and sports professionals continue to discuss how to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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