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. With over 300,000 followers, this beautiful couple has made it their thing to show their love as they travel the world. Here, jellyfish surround Cinzia Bismarck Osele, a scuba diver and photographer, on May 10, 2017, in Ras Umm Sid, Egypt. For other inquiries, Contact Us. First, we couldn't believe someone took a selfie while making this jump. 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 A selfie of a friend taking a selfie while another friend takes a selfie as you all hang on the edge of a skyscraper? In January 2017, YouTuber and stuntman CassOnline posted a GoPro selfie video atop London's Tower Bridge. Police have called his actions "irresponsible and illegal.". On Instagram, he'll often share details about the lengths he goes to get the perfect, completely dangerous shot. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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. Why do people risk their lives for the perfect selfie. A man posted: "So my girlfriend just sent me this selfie. Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41, who was also killed just. Here's Angela Nikolau again, taking a selfie of herself taking a selfie while looking a looooong way down. 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. This is NOT recommended by any conversationists. In May 2018, Odisha, India, Prabhu Bhataratriedto take a selfie with an injured bear while stopping at a bathroom on the way home from a wedding reception. When Hawaiis Kilauea volcano erupted, local authorities issued official warnings about the danger of posing for photos. Nirupama Prajapati was standing on some boulders when a man, also taking pictures, took a step backwards and tripped - causing her to accidentally fall into the turbulent waters below. The men, all non-swimmers, set up a camera on the water's edge to pose for a photo together but began struggling to stay afloat inGauridham Kund, India. Always make your living doing something you enjoy. Considering that, in 2015, a tourist died after falling down a staircase while taking a selfie at the Taj Mahal, this photo makes us feel decidedly not at peace. But the following shots, we think, took things too far. contestant stuns fans with cringey hobby: 'I know I'm old', 2023 Billboard Women in Music Awards: Lana Del Ray, Kim Petras, & more, RHOA star Drew Sidora accuses ex Ralph Pittman of cheating, mental abuse, Original Gone With The Wind script reveals secret war over slavery, cut scenes, Kanye West and 'wife' Bianca Censori look surprisingly happy on dinner date. 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. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Guilherme Chiapetti died taking a selfie at a beauty spot in Brazil, Nirupama Prajapati moments before she was knocked into the water, Cyclist Carmen Greenaway moments before she hit a bump in the road, Three members of the same family drowned in a deep pond taking a selfie, Madalyn Davis died taking selfie in Australia, A helicopter crashed while carrying people for 'shoe selfies', Chilling moment killer husband lures pregnant wife to rocky cliff edge for selfie before pushing her off', Worlds deadly selfie addiction revealed as 330 people are killed in cliff plunges, electrocutions and drownings, Frogmore eviction shows King Charles has drawn a line with Harry - now he must do two more things with the spoilt brat, Harry's vicious attacks on Camilla could not be forgiven by King Charles - he had to hit back, Constance Marten: Baby's body found after massive police search, as cops question runaway aristocrat & Mark Gordon, Rishi Sunak to finally unveil delayed small boats law next week after Brexit win, Ministers vow to never use draconian spy law to jail journalists, plunged 100ft after climbing over a fence to pose for a sunrise photo, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Yep, these selfie-takers really aren't selling the whole active volcano thing. Still, would we attempt this shot? Researchers at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi found 259 people died while attempting to take a photograph of themselves in 137 separate incidents around the world between October 2011 and November 2017. will gonna miss your chat every day. This month, a grown man fell to his death while posing for a picture on a ledge at Machu Picchu, the ancient Incan citadel in Peru. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, dates back to 1591. 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. Electrocution while taking a selfie is also another common cause of death. His family said that he was due to begin classes at a local community college within the month. Once again, this photographer is fully aware of the dangers involved in his stunting. Oscar Otero Aguilar made international headlines after he accidentally shot himself dead while posing for a selfie with a handgun. Start your free trial, Jason Arday, illiterate until 18, becomes youngest black Cambridge professor, Ministers considered killing all cats during pandemic. David Karnauch told CBS he walked across an overhead beam and took the selfie while standing on a side railing. As a matter of fact, we do. How did Vladimir Putin lose half of Russia's elite paratroopers? Ever since cellphones started coming with a camera, the most popular thing to do has been to take a selfie, a picture of yourself, and post in on Instagram, Twitter, and/or Facebook. 'If the last 18 months have taught us anything, it's that being able to get out and explore is vital for our physical and mental health,' Walter said. He hashtagged "havin fun" and called her "so brave," but we are feeling her pain as she sits on the edge of Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh. Psychologist Gwendolyn Seidman suggests that there's a link. Next time you are setting up a thermal camera to record lava lake activity, you might as well snap a quick selfie. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spain's Costa Blanca in 2019. Here, he stands on the top of the highest tower in Tartu, Estonia, at sunrise. 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. Oftentimes, these dangerous selfies are taken while traveling, with people scaling skyscrapers, cliffs and bridges to capture a photo to remember. It's better for us and the sharks this way.". Other causes of selfie-related deaths include animals, firearms and electrocution, the newspaper adds. Her friend said they were drinking and did not see the approaching train on the other track. 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. We've seen the movie "Twister," and we know tornados can switch direction really fast! 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. Even though the world's most dangerous selfies make amazing photo ops, are they really worth the risk? "It was one hell of a ninja mission and about a 30 minutes to climb to the top," Punkar told CBS News. But be careful out there, folks! We've received your submission. 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But stories of fatalities, like the teen who fell to his death from a rooftop mall, don't seem to be stopping people from acting like hotshots on social media. This one, taken near Vanuatu's Ambrym volcano, is the most frightful of all. We are just sayin'. THE deadly passion for selfies has now claimed the lives of 330 people across the globe, shocking new figures show. Like many photos on this list, this Instagram shot from Tianjin, China taken by Angela Nikolau, who regularly risks her life in pursuit of a hair-raising pic is hashtagged @DangerousSelfie. This past January, an Indian woman plunged to her death while taking selfies near a waterfall. In this photo, the skyscrapers of Hong Kong set the shocking scene. Not this guy. She didn't notice until she looked at her pictures. Send us a tip using our anonymous form. But did you know it can turn deadly? Eagle Point is a popular spot along Grand Canyon West, but most tourists don't get this close to the edge. When it comes to locations, the most common one for a selfie death or injury is a railway line. I love you always. The climb was not a first for Lau. "It could've bit his neck, and that would have been it. If you want to take an amazing selfie, absolutely go for it. People really don't seem to be afraid of volcanoes. Over the past decade, each year has seen tragic deaths including people falling off cliffs, being electrocuted or drowned in the search for the perfect picture. Sounds like this guy uses Photoshop to make his viral shots. Some people regularly take photos they know to be precarious; others have posted a questionable shot or two, perhaps because they didn't fully understand the risks involved.