A serious incident occurred in Balneário Camboriú, Brazil, when a jet ski rider named Giovani Chaikoski was run over by a so-called 'pirate boat'. The accident left Chaikoski trapped under the boat after the impact, leading him to describe a harrowing experience of feeling as though he was facing death as the boat's propellers passed closely by him. He was enjoying a leisurely ride with a woman, who was seriously injured in the incident, while they were taking a break in what he thought was a quieter area of the water.

Chaikoski recounted that he took some defensive action with his arm during the collision, but ultimately they both went under the boat. The woman, who chose to remain anonymous, suffered more severe injuries and was taken to a local emergency care unit. Meanwhile, Chaikoski stayed at the scene to report the accident to the authorities, highlighting the seriousness of the situation and the need for safety regulations in busy recreational water areas.

This incident raises concerns about safety measures for watercraft in crowded tourist destinations like Balneário Camboriú, particularly with the increasing popularity of jet skiing and other water sports. The fact that such incidents are caught on video underscores the potential hazard posed by larger vessels in areas frequented by smaller crafts, prompting calls for enhanced regulations to protect recreational users in these waters.