Woman killed after speedboat runs her over near shore just weeks before wedding
Warning: Distressing contentA female surfer has tragically died after a fishing boat collided into her as it approached the shore.Horrifying footage shows Javiera Ortiz, a designer and photographer from Chile, bobbing on her surfboard near the shoreline at Rinconada Beach in Tauca, Cobquecura, before the speedboat runs her over.As the boat makes it way onto the sand, people on the beach can then be seen rushing to the surfer’s aid in a panic.The 34-year-old, who was reportedly due to marry in a fortnight, suffered fatal injuries to her head and arms.“The provincial presidential delegate of Itata, Mario Cruces Nuñez, reported that emergency teams rushed to the site, but the woman couldn’t be saved,” Procesco Chile, an Instagram page dedicated to Chilean news, wrote in a post.According to the footage, it appeared the fisherman were unaware they had collided with Ms Ortiz as witnesses are seen informing the men they had just hit her.She was rushed to hospital in Cobquecura in a pick-up that had been parked near the beach – but sadly died from her injuries.Ms Ortiz was originally from Rancagua south of the Chilean capital Santiago but reportedly moved Cobquecura so she could be with her partner.They were due to get married in two weeks.Her tragic death has left her 63,600 Instagram followers in shock as they rush to her page to leave heartfelt messages.“I’m still in shock at the news.
I’ve only just found out you’re gone.Rest in peace beautiful and may light illuminate your path and give your family strength to bear this loss,” one person commented.“We’re going to miss you Javi.
You were greatly loved,” another wrote, referring to her by her nickname.Others commented on her great energy and thoughtfulness, saying it’s is what made her so special.“Much strength to the whole family of Javi, a person of great heart and talent,” one person wrote.Ms Ortiz, who was also known for her design work as a knitter, shared a recent clip boarding a ...