Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spains Costa Blanca in 2019. "I always went there for sunsets," Punkar told CBS News. Psychologist Gwendolyn Seidman suggests that there's a link. Earlier this year we reported a girl in India taking selfies drowned when she was accidentally knocked into a river by an oblivious tourist. 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. 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. Taking in the views of Mistras, Greece, from the top of Villehardouin's Castle is acceptable. But lately, people have been taking selfies to extreme levels in order to get more likes and viral acclaim for their photo. All rights reserved. Pictures like this prove that dangerous selfies constitute one of the dumbest tourist behaviors ever. In August 2014, Toronto-based storm chaserGeorge Kourounissnapped this selfie in front of an active volcano. We've received your submission. You gotta wonder what kind of music he's listening to perhaps "Free Fallin'" by Tom Petty? The 32-year-old was shooting her self-portrait when she slipped off a rock near the Tsing Dai river in Tuen Mun and fell over a steep drop into the 16-foot deep pool below. We've seen the movie "Twister," and we know tornados can switch direction really fast! Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spain's Costa Blanca in 2019. Men in the sample who posted a greater number of selfies were more likely to show evidence of narcissism. Some outlets have taken to calling it a "spacie.". In fact, you can probably find a selfie on your social media right now. There have been so many injuries and deaths that the Russian Interior Ministry launched a "safe selfie" campaign a couple years ago. Dan Avery For Dailymail.com She shared heartbreaking post, admitting her heart breaks for her grieving boys By Kylie Stevens For Daily Mail Australia Published: 18:53 EDT, 13 September 2022 | Updated: 18:53 EDT, 13 September. It is important that you get specific training before just jumping in the water with sharks. But death by selfie at a temple built for human sacrifice begs the question: How far would you go to get that killer shot? These two young women took this selfie on an airstrip in Mexico in March 2017. 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. Always make your living doing something you enjoy. You dont want to end up in intensive care, or worse, just because you had to get the perfect picture. The old saying, "Jesus take the wheel," has a whole new meaning with this selfie. This selfie-snapper took pride in taking his picture while driving, saying he was merely "clowning around." Human-wildlife conflict is a pressing issue greatly affecting the chances of survival for many animals on our planet, including elephants. Wu Yongning, 26,died in November 2017 after falling from a 62-story building in the city of Changsha, China. 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. In this case, what he's standing on the edge of is a canyon in Utah's Canyonlands National Park. The following year, a 32-year-old Spaniard was gored to death when he entered the running area to snap a selfie. (Also, isn't that a perfectly good and supported platform beside them that they could've taken a photo from instead?). News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. That same month, visitors to Birling Gap in East Sussex were seen snapping pics of themselveson the quickly eroding cliff. Like many on our list, this adventurous selfie-taker seems well aware of the risks involved. And then there's the unexpected surge of people taking selfies in the wilderness with bears. ), suggests there is little to celebrate about the craze.'. 'While social media platforms can be amazing places to build connections with people across the world, the pressure to stand out can push people to take risks to create 'exciting' content which can, unfortunately, end in disaster. Even the notoriously unsympathetic Russian government issued a manual for how to safely take a selfie. Men are more than twice as likely to die in the pursuit of a selfie than women, 64 percent to 30 percent, according to the report. This is just one of many gasp-inducing pictures snapped by Daniel Lau, one of the world's most well-known daredevil photographers. On Instagram, he'll often share details about the lengths he goes to get the perfect, completely dangerous shot. The never-ending pursuit of the ultimate shot for social media sharing has reached a startling new height: 8,000 feet above sea level. 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. She cites two studies that examined the prevalence of Facebook selfies in a sample of over 1,000 people. Luckily, the ball missed her head, and she could laugh at the close call. Alligators can run 20 miles per hour. Put down your phone and read through this list of people who died while trying to take a selfie. strong>16 heartbreaking deaths while taking selfies 16 heartbreaking deaths while taking selfies. Some might even say too dangerous. People Who Tragically Died While Trying to Take a Selfie. Oftentimes, these dangerous selfies are taken while traveling, with people scaling skyscrapers, cliffs and bridges to capture a photo to remember. India recorded the highest number of selfie-related deaths, with Russia, the United States and Pakistan also ranking highly. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spain's Costa Blanca in 2019. There have already been 24 reported deaths associated with daredevils looking for the perfect self-portrait, compared to just seven in 2020. Luckily, the lions are too busy eating to make these guys lunch. with the sound of not wanting to fall. 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. This has prompted some wildlife parks to tighten regulations as officials worry people will take selfies with wild bears. 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. "I don't always take selfies, but when I do, they're dangerous," he writes. Samira and Raza Chaudry taking selfies with their children while on holiday last year. Yeah, probably not. A 3-for-1 danger. The country also saw 48 people injured when they were taking selfies during a bakery fire in Chennai. If you want to take an amazing selfie, absolutely go for it. 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. Cheung, who only had about 6,000 followers on Instagram at the time of her death, frequently posted pictures from risky locales. 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. "This is all one big jungle gym, the city. Sure, keeping your face covered seems super important here. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spains Costa Blanca in 2019. Ervin Punkar takes a selfie atop a crane in Tallinn, Estonia. A teenage boy in India shot himself in the head while posing for a selfie with his father's .32 caliber pistol. Avoid places with fast moving vehicles. A 21 year-old man was killed when he climbed onto the top of a stationary train to take a selfie with friends and accidentally touched a high-voltage power cable running overhead. 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. Ervin Punkar repeats his high-altitude photo stunt in Amsterdam. We get it, Horseshoe Bend is a stunning photo backdrop. Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41, who was also killed just moments after taking a smiling selfie on her bike in in London. By '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. Police have called his actions "irresponsible and illegal.". 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. This Instagrammer said she was attacked by her co-starring monkey soon after the selfie was taken he wanted her beads. This counts as a selfie if you consider the person taking a picture of their feet. "Do you know how many people in the world have died due to selfie incidents?" This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Scientists have in the past called for 'no selfie zones' in a bid to cut the number of deaths. 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? While selfies are sometimes considered tools for empowerment, numerous studies have linked looking at selfies to body-image issues among young women. The path up Huashan Mountain in Xian, China, is considered one of the most dangerous hikes in the world. But more people have died taking selfies than were killed by sharks. England and Wales company registration number 2008885, Subscribe to TheWeek. Sports reporter Kelly Nash was taking selfies at during a 2013 batting practice when a ball whizzed by her head. This selfie-taker captioned his photo with, "Needed to take my artistic mind to a higher level". 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. "I'm talking about the people that don't have enough money to get into the penthouse views.". Thousands of "urban explorers" or "roofers" across the world have taken to scaling skyscrapers, cranes and bridges to capture the perfect shot. By Elisha Fieldstadt, Christina Capatides, Updated on: May 16, 2019 / 6:01 PM A Hong Kong Instagram star tragically plummeted to her death after she slipped while snapping a selfie at a waterfall. As if navigating through iceberg-flanked passageways simply wasn't enough. The former Soviet Unionhad to issue selfie guidelines after citizens wounded themselves with self-inflicted gunshots, pulling pins out of grenades and touching live wires. Between 2011 and 2017, 259 people were reported killed worldwide in selfie-related incidents. 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. A male California sea lion can weight 660 pounds, so turning your back on one is a bad idea as this selfie-taker discovered when the wild animal decided to bite. But when taken in dangerous circumstances, selfies can also be deadly. When Hawaiis Kilauea volcano erupted, local authorities issued official warnings about the danger of posing for photos. The resulting pictures, 124 feet up, were featured on Thompson's travel blog in apostcalled "Christ, this is one EPIC selfie!". At this point, almost everyone has taken out their smartphone to snap a photo of themselves. Three children in Russia died when they were hit by a train in the Nadezhdinsky diestrict while taking selfie on railway. 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. She received an electric shock and fell to her death. Their two children, aged five and six, witnessed the tragedy but were otherwise unharmed, the Daily Mail reports. Suspects Charged in Tinder Murder: How Dangerous Is App Dating? Millions of people hold up their phones every day to snap a selfie to share with friends. The intrepid gal had frequently posted pics of herself posing on the edges of steep cliffs to her Instagram account, where she included the tagline, Life should be fun not dumb., Cheungs last-ever Instagram pic, from July 9, depicted the bombshell sitting in the surf while holding a boogie board. Between 2011 and 2017, 259 people died in the pursuit of one, according to a study published by Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care. As a matter of fact, we do. Next time you are setting up a thermal camera to record lava lake activity, you might as well snap a quick selfie. Lots of hikers at Horseshoe Bend, Arizona, want to nab the perfect selfie. These days taking selfies is a favorite pastime around the world. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The World Animal Protection organization has started a campaign advocating that people stop taking selfies with wild animals, as seen here in Thailand. Visit our corporate site www.futureplc.com Future Publishing Limited, Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. Unfortunately, a landing plane's wing struck their heads, and they were both fatally injured, according to media reports. 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. 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. 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. Most humans are scared of sharks. Between 2011 and 2017, 259 people died in the pursuit of one, according to a study published by Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care. 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. They are also more likely to bully and less likely to help others. A Polish couple living in Portugal with their two young children stumbled off a cliff edge while trying to take a selfie. No big surprise here: "Roofies" can be fatal. Still, if she fell backwards while pulling off this silly stunt, she could've been seriously hurt. 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. Instead of one death-by-selfie, the rescuers can count multiple fatalities when a shot like this goes wrong. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. First published on September 11, 2015 / 3:27 PM. This French skier got a great shot, but did he land on his feet? Phew. This volcano has been erupting continuously for several hundred years. We are really stoked for her, but why aren't her eye goggles pulled up?! Apart from injuries, fatalities and tastelessness, one big issue with selfies appears to be their function as either a cause or consequence of narcissism. The caption for this Instagram shot, translated to English, says it all: "What some people would not do for a selfie.". 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. The victim, 15-year-old Ramandeep Singh, had meant to tap the camera button but. Good thing he was wearing that protective suit! The study found a steep rise in selfie deaths, from two in 2011 to 98 in 2016, USA Today reports. The 43 year old died along with six other staff members and friends. Just for the record, you're not allowed to climb on the Brooklyn Bridge. Another reason to stop taking pictures with wild animals. A man fell to his death at the Grand Canyon in April, but that didn't deter this man from snatching a selfie. Cheungs not the first to perish while snapping an ill-advised pic. In fact, a 2018 study reportedover 250 people worldwide passed between 2011 and 2017 trying to get the 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. Selfie while on the go; Don't take selfies while walking or driving. Drowning, falls, fires and automobile accidents were among the leading causes of death, according. Writing for Psychology Today, Peter Gray describes narcissism as 'an inflated view of the self, coupled with a relative indifference to others.'. Among female respondents, the number of selfie posts was associated only with a sub-division of narcissism called 'admiration demand,' defined as 'feeling entitled to special status or privileges and feeling superior to others. Thomas has more than 30,000 followers on Instagram. This man took a selfie as a speeding train passed by, with a friend videotaping the entire thing. Ramon Gonzalez, known as Jadiel in the reggaeton world, took this selfie on his motorcycle a short time before he died after crashing the bike in 2014. Thomas describes himself as an "urban explorer.". We want to hear it. like the teen who fell to his death from a rooftop mall. While the 24 deaths so far in 2021 are shy of the record 107 fatalities in 2017, Rhino Safety director Simon Walter said the number could continue to rise with the toxic combination of lockdown FOMO (fear of missing out) and relaxed travel measures. This one, taken near Vanuatu's Ambrym volcano, is the most frightful of all. whale watching at Cape Solander in Sydney, his website, or following him on Facebook, committed suicide by jumping off the cliff, 13,2022 joe's place henderson, nv menu Por, mass stabbing in a Canadian indigenous community, strapless two-piece while flaunting her flawless figure, floor balcony of a Panamanian residential building, Consider carefully the added cost of advice, Use past performance only to determine consistency and risk, It's futile to predict the economy and interest rates, You have plenty of time to identify and recognize exceptional companies, Good management is very important - buy good businesses, Be flexible and humble, and learn from mistakes, Before you make a purchase, you should be able to explain why you are buying. In July 2014, a participant in Pamplona's annual Running of the Bulls took a selfie of himself in front of one of the charging half-ton beasts. Not this guy. Oh good. 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. The bear was later treated for its injuries. 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. 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. 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. Scientists have in the past called for 'no selfie zones' in a bid to cut the number of deaths. A Hong Kong Instagram star tragically plummeted to her death after she slipped while snapping a selfie at a waterfall. 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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 The tower is more than 1,000 feet tall. We're not trying to criticize your work ethic, but should you really be taking selfies while jumping out of a plane, be it for combat or training? And frankly, we're disturbed. So many people are taking volcano selfies that the Royal Geographic Society in the UK has been warning people to stop due to deadly falls. I love you always. Still, would we attempt this shot? "It could've bit his neck, and that would have been it. 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. It's hard to tell from this shot, but the ancient volcano is more than 800-feet high. , updated 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). 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. Find out more on CBSN: On Assignment. 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. The 43-year-old (whose name was not released by the police) apparently thought the gun was unloaded. Oh, wait. Some cyclists have spoken of how spectators should be banned from taking selfies while watching the Tour de France. Here, he stands on the top of the highest tower in Tartu, Estonia, at sunrise. This photo from Jellyfish Lake in Palau, Oceania, actually looks way more dangerous than it is. At least he's not at the very edge? 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. Do selfies and narcissism correlate? Granted, fatal alligator attacks are super rare; since 1973, there have only been 24 reported. Like Daniel Lau, Alexander Remnev is well-known for his selfie stunts. OK, cool. Individuals who are afraid of heights might want to skip this perch in Norway. 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. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. 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. Eagle Point is a popular spot along Grand Canyon West, but most tourists don't get this close to the edge. 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? To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Here's Angela Nikolau again, taking a selfie of herself taking a selfie while looking a looooong way down. The influencer had decided to take selfies at the edge of a waterfall at the parks Pineapple Mountain site a locale popular with hikers at sunset when she apparently lost her footing and fell into the 16-foot pool below. Experts say as social media evolves people are willing to put themselves in more and more dangerous situations. Other causes of selfie-related deaths include animals, firearms and electrocution, the newspaper adds. he asks in the caption. "I have spent a lot of time in the water gaining experience. Rio de Janeiro's Serra do Mar features a stunning gorge bridge with active trains. However, the trend may finally be on the wane, with the number of selfie deaths last year dropping slightly to 93. We're having a heart attack! Sounds like this guy uses Photoshop to make his viral shots. One leading cause of death by selfie is drowning. Don't these people know that city rules prohibit selfies during the event? But did you know it can turn deadly? Thanks for contacting us. 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. This Instagrammer said he was "trying to take a photo before being squished." All Rights reserved. 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