Mar 18 • 07:01 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Couple run over by 'pirate ship' during kiss was 'still getting to know each other,' says jet ski pilot

A couple in Brazil was struck by a tourist boat while on a jet ski, with the pilot describing them as still getting to know each other.

In an unusual incident that took place on Sunday, a couple was hit by a tourist vessel that mimics a pirate ship while they were engaged in a romantic moment on a jet ski in Balneário Camboriú, Brazil. The couple was caught during a kiss, and the collision was recorded by the front camera of the pirate-themed boat and witnesses on the shore. The pilot of the jet ski, Giovani Chaikoski, stated that they were still getting to know one another and shared their experience after the accident.

Despite the dramatic scenario, both individuals reported that they were doing well, albeit with some injuries that necessitated a few days off work for one of them. The incident highlights the potential dangers associated with recreational water activities, particularly in areas where numerous tourist boats operate. The involvement of the Brazilian Navy, who will investigate the incident further, raises questions about safety regulations in tourist-heavy locales.

The occurrence has drawn public attention, particularly through social media, where accounts of the event have circulated along with the video footage. Reactions range from concern for the couple's safety to humorous takes on the incident given the romantic context of the couple's kiss just before the accident. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance on waterways, especially where mixed activities such as jet skiing and tourism occur.

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