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Rope-Jump Death in Brazil Leads to Negligence Charges and Hunt for Key Witness

Recovering the victim’s missing GoPro alongside identifying a nearby female jumper is central to proving whether organizers acted with criminal negligence.

Overview

  • A 21-year-old woman fell about 40 meters to her death after being sent to jump from a disused railway bridge without a secured bungee rope on June 13.
  • Three men who ran jumper safety — Luis Felipe E., Maicon F., and Vitor G. — have been charged with negligent homicide and remain held while investigators pursue the case.
  • Police say the victim’s GoPro is missing from the scene and the three accused deny knowing its whereabouts, making the camera a key piece of evidence.
  • Investigators are trying to identify a short-haired female who jumped just before the victim because she may clarify the sequence of events and who handled the camera.
  • Industry experts and police point to signs of unprofessional organisation and missing backup practices as investigators gather footage and witness statements to decide on prosecution.