Incident Details
Giulia Manfrini, a 36-year-old Italian surfer, was killed by a swordfish in a freak accident while surfing off Masokut Island, . The fish impaled her chest, leading to her death.
Two fellow surfers, Massimo Ferro and Alexandre Ribas, administered first aid and transported Manfrini to a nearby health center, where she was pronounced dead.
Tributes and Reactions
Manfrini was remembered for her kindness, enthusiasm for life, and contributions to the surf community. Tributes poured in from friends, co-workers, and the mayor of her hometown, , Italy.
Her death has left a significant impact on her local community and the international surfing community, highlighting the tragic nature of the accident and her loved ones' grief.