Gymnast Loses Life in Devastating Mountain Photo Shoot Incident

Natalie Stichova23-year-old Czech gymnast, He died tragically after falling from a mountain last August 15. The young woman was out for a walk with a group of friends when the fatal accident occurred try to take a photo.

According to the Czech media Blesk, the athlete was in the monte Tegelberg, near the Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany (known as the Sleeping Beauty Castle (because of its similarity to the Disney film). Here are the details about Natalie Stichova’s death.

This is how a gymnast died after falling from a mountain for a photo

According to a witness’ account, the gymnast was in a mountain at a height of 80 meters approximately when he tried take a “selfie” (photo) while raised one leg and in the background the castle appeared; from one moment to the next the young woman lost his balance and fell tragically off the cliff.

It is not yet known whether the incident occurred because she slipped or because a stone fell from the spot where she was standing.

“He placed himself very near the edge of the mountain to get the best possible shot of the image of the castle when it slipped and fell down the slope.”

After the fall, her friends immediately called emergency services and the young woman She was taken by helicopter to a nearby hospital.; unfortunately, Natalie arrived with irreversible brain damageso after being in a coma for a week, Her family decided to disconnect her from the device that kept her alive on August 21.

It is worth mentioning that the same authorities pointed out that The mountain from which the gymnast fell was very dangerous and “challenging”It was later revealed that Natalie was accompanied by her boyfriend and two friends.

Family and friends bid farewell to gymnast who fell from a mountain

Sokol Pribram Sports Gymnasticsthe gymnastics club to which he belonged, was the one who broke the news about his unfortunate death.

“Natalia spread smiles throughout her short life and that is how we will always remember her. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and close friends, sending them strength and support.”they wrote on their Facebook account.

In addition Natalie’s mother decided to share an emotional message on social media to say goodbye to her daughter.

“She was amazing, we all loved her so much and we will never stop loving her. I am proud that you were my daughter, the girl of my dreams. You taught me so much. I wish you could teach me more.”

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