Oftentimes, these dangerous selfies are taken while traveling, with people scaling skyscrapers, cliffs and bridges to capture a photo to remember. All they left behind was a selfie which they took minutes after take off. Phew. Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41, who was also killed just. Three members of the same family drownedwhile trying to take a selfie in a deep pond. He wasn't even participating in the event. Many of these extreme selfies have led to the people taking the photographs to be left in critical condition, or worse, to perish fromthe act. Signs at Birling Gap warn that dangling on the edge is 'incredibly dangerous' as there are giant cracks in the chalk that could give way at any moment. A Russian teenager who scaled a St Petersburg railway bridge in a fatal attempt to take a spectacular photo plummeted 30ft to her death after losing her balance. That same month, visitors to Birling Gap in East Sussex were seen snapping pics of themselveson the quickly eroding cliff. Marlene Zorah describes this selfie in front of Mount Yasur, a volcano in the Republic of Vanuatu, as the hardest selfie she ever took. All you need to know about everything that matters. A 3-for-1 danger. We've seen the movie "Twister," and we know tornados can switch direction really fast! Umm, yeah. OK, cool. Even though the world's most dangerous selfies make amazing photo ops, are they really worth the risk? By Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41,who was also killed just moments after taking a smilingselfie on her bike in in London. The leading cause of death-by-selfie was drowning, says the Washington Post, followed by incidents involving transportation - for example, taking a selfie in front of an oncoming train - and falling from heights. In 2016, Kevin Barkhouse caught a man who had stolen from him earlier in the day, and decided to take a selfie as he waited for police to show up. In one shot, a woman is holding a man's legs as he peers over the edge, while in another another woman is inches from the edge as a friend holds onto her jacket. This one was shot at the Kilauea Volcano. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. The bear was later treated for its injuries. For other inquiries, Contact Us. When it comes to locations, the most common one for a selfie death or injury is a railway line. But this makes our rational minds hurt. Wu Yongning, 26,died in November 2017 after falling from a 62-story building in the city of Changsha, China. 16 heartbreaking deaths while taking selfies. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spains Costa Blanca in 2019. "This is all one big jungle gym, the city. Oh good. 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Cheung, who only had about 6,000 followers on Instagram at the time of her death, frequently posted pictures from risky locales. The resulting pictures, 124 feet up, were featured on Thompson's travel blog in apostcalled "Christ, this is one EPIC selfie!". There have been so many injuries and deaths that the Russian Interior Ministry launched a "safe selfie" campaign a couple years ago. And while that research didn't account for this particular type of cellphone use, it's safe to say "clowning around" like this is highly irresponsible. We really hope he's secured and not to her! But be careful out there, folks! How did Vladimir Putin lose half of Russia's elite paratroopers? will gonna miss your chat every day. From falling down the steps of the Taj Mahal to being gored alive by wild animals, here are the 11 most disturbing stories of selfies gone disastrously wrong. in 2015, atotal of 12 people are known to have suffered selfie-related deaths after either falling or being struck by a moving vehicle when taking a picture of themselves. The woman suffered a severed leg and later died in hospital. Tourist destinations such as Mumbai have gone so far as to designate selfie-free zones. As pandemic lockdowns ease, the number of selfie deaths has leaped from seven in 2020 to 24 in the first three-quarters of 2021. Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41,who was also killed just moments after taking a smilingselfie on her bike in in London. And then there's the unexpected surge of people taking selfies in the wilderness with bears. Tourists are most often reported taking dangerous selfies, but experts said employees who work in high-risk environments are also guilty of putting themselves in harms way. Staggering snowfall in California mountains leaves residents trapped for days, SpaceX launches new crew on flight to space station, Prosecution wraps case at Alex Murdaugh murder trial, Explosive found in checked luggage at Pennsylvania airport, feds say, FDA authorizes first at-home test for both COVID and flu, Couple accuses fertility clinic of implanting embryo with cancer genes, Several hospitalized after Lufthansa flight diverted to Dulles due to turbulence, Colon cancer rates rising in younger age group, study finds, Firefighter dies battling blaze in downtown Buffalo, mayor says. Like many on our list, this adventurous selfie-taker seems well aware of the risks involved. Three children in Russia died when they were hit by a train in the Nadezhdinsky diestrict while taking selfie on railway. Oh, wait. Cliff edges are a natural place to take a selfie but they are also sadly the scene of deaths. Some might even say too dangerous. Between 2011 and 2017, 259 people were reported killed worldwide in selfie-related incidents. Victor Thomas, 25, looking down from great heights in Manhattan. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. In 2017, eight men, aged 21 and 28 died when then they went to one side of a boat to take a group selfie and drowned when they capsized the vessel on a reservoir near Nagpur in India. In fact, you can probably find a selfie on your social media right now. This selfie-snapper took pride in taking his picture while driving, saying he was merely "clowning around." Why do people risk their lives for the perfect selfie. Earlier this year we reported a girl in India taking selfies drowned when she was accidentally knocked into a river by an oblivious tourist. But the pastime comes with great risks. The video continues as he crashes into the canoe and truck. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spain's Costa Blanca in 2019. The Independent reports that Courtney Sanford's status declaring her love for the tune, accompanied by a selfie taken at the wheel, appeared on Facebook just one minute before police received reports of a collision involving Sanford's vehicle. Granted, fatal alligator attacks are super rare; since 1973, there have only been 24 reported. 18:29 GMT 04 Oct 2021 Dear train conductor: We don't know who you are but thank you for giving this train selfie-taker a swift one! In Croatia, two men climbed onto a container on a train where they wanted to take a selfie and one was killed as a result of an electric shock of 25,000 volts. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spains Costa Blanca in 2019. The lake is considered safe for snorkeling, with only scuba diving off-limits to tourists not because of the jellyfish, but due to high concentrations of hydrogen sulfide in the water. Nearly a dozen people have fallen off of bridges taking selfies since 2014, including a woman who tumbled from Spain's Puente de Triana bridge. The amount of young people who have passedwhiletaking a selfie is staggering. In August 2014, Toronto-based storm chaserGeorge Kourounissnapped this selfie in front of an active volcano. Still, if she fell backwards while pulling off this silly stunt, she could've been seriously hurt. Have a firm footing before attempting to take a selfie, and do not lean out too far. Police have called his actions "irresponsible and illegal.". ', The comments below have not been moderated, By Alligators can run 20 miles per hour. The study found a steep rise in selfie deaths, from two in 2011 to 98 in 2016, USA Today reports. Sounds like this guy uses Photoshop to make his viral shots. Unfortunately, two selfie-related deaths have taken place here since 2018. Thousands of "urban explorers" or "roofers" across the world have taken to scaling skyscrapers, cranes and bridges to capture the perfect shot. According to the National Safety Council, 1.6 million crashes a year are caused by cellphone use while driving. Here's another man taking a selfie during Pamplona, Spain's famous bull run. 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The Daily Telegraph notes that Aguilar's Facebook profile was full of snaps showing him posing alongside drinks, cars and women. Beautiful shots are key if you want to be Insta-famous, but is this taking things a bit too far? The 43-year-old (whose name was not released by the police) apparently thought the gun was unloaded. However, the trend may finally be on the wane, with the number of selfie deaths last year dropping . Most humans are scared of sharks. Cheungs horrified friends promptly called emergency services, who quickly arrived and whisked the woman to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead on arrival, according to the Sun. This has prompted some wildlife parks to tighten regulations as officials worry people will take selfies with wild bears. Then, we noticed the kid hanging off the back of the bike! Start your free trial, Jason Arday, illiterate until 18, becomes youngest black Cambridge professor, Ministers considered killing all cats during pandemic. Apart from injuries, fatalities and tastelessness, one big issue with selfies appears to be their function as either a cause or consequence of narcissism. Police search allotment sheds for Constance Marten's missing baby. In 2016, a man from Concrete, Washington,fatally shot himself in the face while trying to take a selfie. We get it, Horseshoe Bend is a stunning photo backdrop. Three people were gored at the 2019 running of the bulls, without taking selfies, so maybe snapping a pic while fleeing isn't the wisest? A Hong Kong Instagram star tragically plummeted to her death after she slipped while snapping a selfie at a waterfall. Earlier this year we reported a girl in India taking selfies drowned when she was accidentally knocked into a river by an oblivious tourist. Not this guy. Tiger Leaping Gorge trail in China reaches 8,694 feet and is considered a dangerous trek for hikers, let alone risk-taking selfie-shooters. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. But read the Instagram caption, and you'll see that he's actually advocating for responsible behavior. Our list covers 7 Heartbreaking Deaths While Taking Selfies, throwing caution to. Japanese astronaut bravely took this shot, which required a special camera, while visiting the International Space Station. A selfie of a friend taking a selfie while another friend takes a selfie as you all hang on the edge of a skyscraper? Some cyclists have spoken of how spectators should be banned from taking selfies while watching the Tour de France. Cheungs not the first to perish while snapping an ill-advised pic. "I don't always take selfies, but when I do, they're dangerous," he writes. Sports reporter Kelly Nash was taking selfies at during a 2013 batting practice when a ball whizzed by her head. Canyoning is one of the world's fastest growing adventure sports. This man jumped into the water to get this selfie, but in his defense, he said the snake was floating, which meant it had already eaten. The shocking incident occurred after Sofia Cheung, 32, and three friends. The chopper came down in the East River and they drowned as a result of not being able to take off harnesses that kept them tied to the doorless aircraft so they could take their pictures. You gotta wonder what kind of music he's listening to perhaps "Free Fallin'" by Tom Petty? Our list covers 7 Heartbreaking Deaths While Taking Selfies, throwing caution to the wind these daredevils risk it all for the perfect picture.Subscribe For WEEKLY Videos- http://bit.ly/top7subscribeFacebook- http://on.fb.me/1XrphxZImage credits \u0026 information sources for this video: http://pastebin.com/X4rUhmn7Music:\"Ice Demon\" \"Satiate\"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Legal InformationPrimary video source VideoBlocksThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ His family said that he was due to begin classes at a local community college within the month. Some 62 people have died or been hurt on tracks, 38 on cliffs and 24 on rivers, figures compiled by inkifi.com using media reports from around the world reveal. The caption for this Instagram shot, translated to English, says it all: "What some people would not do for a selfie.". . The running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, dates back to 1591. Unfortunately, a landing plane's wing struck their heads, and they were both fatally injured, according to media reports. "Do you know how many people in the world have died due to selfie incidents?" What friend thought taking a photo of a friend goofing off like this for a photo was a good idea? This pic from Yekaterinburg, Russia, is dizzying and more than a little alarming. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. England and Wales company registration number 2008885, Subscribe to TheWeek. 20:42 GMT 04 Oct 2021. The tower is more than 1,000 feet tall. "I have spent a lot of time in the water gaining experience. In May 2014, Lee Thompson, founder of the adventure travel company The Flash Pack, persuaded the Brazilian tourism board to let him climb the city's world-famous Christ the Redeemer statue. The country also saw 48 people injured when they were taking selfies during a bakery fire in Chennai. This picture was taken near Sri Lanka's Nine Arch Bridge on active train tracks. Three countries stand out as having the most selfie deaths injuries India, which has seen 176 related to taking selfies, the United States with 26 and Russia with 19. We are really stoked for her, but why aren't her eye goggles pulled up?! Rio de Janeiro's Serra do Mar features a stunning gorge bridge with active trains. "I could sit there for hours.". ), suggests there is little to celebrate about the craze.'. More people have died taking selfies than from shark attacks, so it looks like this daredevil is tempting death while encouraging others to do the same. While Using A Selfie Stick, A Man Falls From A 100-Foot Cliff Falls are the most common cause of selfie fatalities, responsible for a third of all deaths, according to data collected by U.K. risk and safety assessment firm Rhino Safety, following by drownings, which were responsible for about one in five. He did and, thankfully, survived to tell the tale. So many people have taken #BearSelfies that the U.S. Forest Service decided to issue an advisory warning visitors to keep their distance. (No need to check; you already know it's true.). 10- Last Selfie On a Plane Jenni Rivera was a famous singer for Mexican music and her sudden death in a plane crash on December 9th, 2012 shocked everyone. Cliff edges are a natural place to take a selfie but they are also sadly the scene of deaths. In January 2020, Madalyn Davis, 21,plunged 100ft after climbing over a fence to pose for a sunrise photoin Diamond Bay near Sydney, Australia. Like Daniel Lau, Alexander Remnev is well-known for his selfie stunts. Oscar Otero Aguilar made international headlines after he accidentally shot himself dead while posing for a selfie with a handgun. Dan Avery For Dailymail.com Ervin Punkar takes a selfie atop a crane in Tallinn, Estonia. Three countries stand out as having the most selfie deaths injuries India, which has seen 176 related to taking selfies, the United States with 26 and Russia with 19. Find out more on CBSN: On Assignment. After reading through these stories of people who were injured while taking a selfie, youll start to wonder how someone could be so careless. Here, he poses with friends in Shanghai, looking like he hasn't got a care in the world. This man climbed Mount Evans in the Rocky Mountains and knew his cliffside shot was dangerous he even joked about giving his mom a heart attack. In 2018, a man was hit by a train trying to take the perfect picture. In 2015, more people died from taking selfies than from shark attacks. That happened," Nash wrote on Instagram. Lots of hikers at Horseshoe Bend, Arizona, want to nab the perfect selfie. 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First, we couldn't believe someone took a selfie while making this jump. But did you know it can turn deadly? All rights reserved. The Taj Mahal is a place of great beauty, but when a Japanese tourist tried to capture himself in the beauty with the help of a selfie stick, he fell down a series of steps and passed because of head injuries at the local hospital. Our need to capture the present moment via social media has completely changed the way we experience life, and a tragic irony presents itself when that results in death. The same month 23-year-old Qiumeidied, hiker Sofia Cheungplunged to her death while taking selfies at the edge of a waterfall in Hong Kong. Ervin Punkar repeats his high-altitude photo stunt in Amsterdam. This reporter decided to take a selfie from the Green Monster at Fenway Park in Boston during batting practice. / CBS NEWS. Bhatara's friends reportedly tried to deter him from taking the selfie, but he ignored the warnings and got up close to the animal for a picture. At the end of last year, Guilherme Chiapetti, 22, suffered multiple fractures and traumatic brain injuries after hitting his head at Cachoeira da Ona, a taking a selfie at beauty spot in Brazil. Yeah, probably not. Avoid a selfie accident and check out the stories below. The shocking incident occurred after Sofia Cheung, 32, and three friends embarked on a trip to Ha Pak Lai park around 11 a.m. Saturday, the Sun reported. They are called: Saturday and Sunday., The haunting photo has since been inundated with condolences, with one bereaved fan writing, RIP dont wanna believe this happened to you., Another lamented, thought better days are coming when Saturday and Sunday? David Karnauch told CBS he walked across an overhead beam and took the selfie while standing on a side railing. The old saying, "Jesus take the wheel," has a whole new meaning with this selfie. However, the trend may finally be on the wane, with the number of selfie deaths last year dropping slightly to 93. Their two children, aged five and six, witnessed the tragedy but were otherwise unharmed, the Daily Mail reports. Amateur photographer Xenia Ignatyeva lost her footing on the bridge and grabbed a nearby cable, which turned out to be live. Despite the risk, people still seem intent on taking incredibly risky selfies like this one. While videoing his drive, this man was so focused on his selfie-stick that he missed the brake lights on the car driving in front of him. These two young women took this selfie on an airstrip in Mexico in March 2017. Recipe: Ayurvedic Jewish penicillin by Dr Rupy Aujla, Sunaks Brexit deal explained in five points, Ten Things You Need to Know Today: 2 March 2023. But when taken in dangerous circumstances, selfies can also be deadly. It is important that you get specific training before just jumping in the water with sharks. Nonetheless, alligators are one of the most dangerous animals on Earth, so we probably wouldn't want to get close to a gator in pursuit of a great selfie, as this guy did in the Florida Everglades. People really don't seem to be afraid of volcanoes. But think of all the weird things youve done to get that perfect shot. 'The approval that comes from 'likes' and positive comments on social media is rewarding particularly for the lonely, isolated or insecure,' psychologist Michael Weigold of the University of Florida wrote onThe Conversation in 2016, a year which saw 103 selfie deaths. Electrocution while taking a selfie is also another common cause of death. No big surprise here: "Roofies" can be fatal. Remember, folks: The ocean is unpredictable! Eagle Point is a popular spot along Grand Canyon West, but most tourists don't get this close to the edge. According to data compiled by Mashable, only eight people were known to have been killed by a shark that year. The 43 year old died along with six other staff members and friends. Tourist Dies At The Taj Mahal After Falling While Taking A Selfie | HuffPost UK, Rhino Safety: Selfie-Related Fatalities (2011-2021) - Google Sheets, Health & Safety Consultants UK | Rhino Safety, More people have died from selfies than shark attacks this year. Drowning, falls, fires and automobile accidents were among the leading causes of death, according to the report. Suspects Charged in Tinder Murder: How Dangerous Is App Dating? A photographer in San Diego shot this seconds before the couple was drenched by the waves. The U.K. doesn't often get hurricane-force winds, so why not get as close to the ocean as possible to see the giant waves for yourself? The Brazilian tourism board actually challenged travel blogger and photographer Lee Thompson to take this selfie from the top of Rio's Christ the Redeemer statue. That's just being a fool," Alex's mother Deborah told CBS Los Angeles. Standing too close to water bodies, like for example, standing on top of a waterfall. "I have been diving for over a decade and done 1000's of dives around the world," he says. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Thanks for contacting us. Visit our corporate site www.futureplc.com Future Publishing Limited, Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. This photo taken in New York City is part of a trend known as skywalking or roofing" many travelers, usually young men, are scaling tall buildings to take stomach-churning selfies. This woman is filming herself as a wild cheetah sniffs her and gives her the once-over. Just for the record, you're not allowed to climb on the Brooklyn Bridge. But death by selfie at a temple built for human sacrifice begs the question: How far would you go to get that killer shot? Thomas describes himself as an "urban explorer.". Know what you know; It's futile to predict the economy and interest rates; You have plenty of time to identify and recognize exceptional companies; Avoid long shots; Good management is very important - buy good businesses; Be flexible and humble, and learn from mistakes According to The Local, the Andalusian man was killed instantly by the 35,000 volt charge, but another member of the group survived the shock. In this photo, the skyscrapers of Hong Kong set the shocking scene. In fact, a 2018 study reportedover 250 people worldwide passed between 2011 and 2017 trying to get the shot. She didn't notice until she looked at her pictures. This is NOT recommended by any conversationists. This volcano has been erupting continuously for several hundred years. As a matter of fact, we do. On Instagram, he'll often share details about the lengths he goes to get the perfect, completely dangerous shot. A man posted: "So my girlfriend just sent me this selfie. Deleon Smith, a 19-year-old father of two from Houston, Texas, accidentally shot himself in the face while posing for a selfie with a gun. He was detained and interviewed but not arrested, according to local media reports. Send us a tip using our anonymous form. This guy seems unenthused, but at least he's not as bad as the woman looking down at her cellphone. Men in the sample who posted a greater number of selfies were more likely to show evidence of narcissism. Here are just six examples of selfies that led to a fatal accident: In February, a 24-year-old Thai woman was hit and killed by a train while attempting to take a picture of herself and her friend on a Bangkok rail track. he asks in the caption. A US woman died in a highway accident just seconds after uploading a selfie of herself enjoying Pharrell Williams' hit Happy on her car stereo. More than 250 people have met their deaths while attempting to take the perfect selfie since 2011, according to the first study of its kind. Don't these people know that city rules prohibit selfies during the event? In 2018, five people when a helicopter that had been flying above Manhattan for them to take shoe selfies a picture of shoes dangling above the skyline - crashed. The 21-year-old Mexican had been drinking with friends when he decided to take a picture with the weapon, which discharged, fatally injuring him. Narcissists tend to overrate their talents and respond with anger to criticism. Scuba diver and photographerAaron Gekoski poses with oceanic black tip sharks. Is this woman seriously so busy that she's looking at her other cellphone while snapping this selfie? 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