Tragic cliff incident

A Brazilian couple dies when their car rolls over the edge of a cliff after an evening out at a scenic spot near a hang gliding site.

Couple dies after car slips off cliff during intimate moment

In Venda Nova do Imigrante, southeastern Brazil, Adriana Ribeiro, 42, and Marcone Cardoso, 26, were at a well known cliff edge after leaving a party. The car rolled over the edge while the two were inside and was found at the base of the mountain. The incident happened around 1 am on Monday, and witnesses reported hearing a loud noise between 1:30 am and 2 am. Local authorities found no signs of violence and the handbrake was reportedly engaged. Marcone’s brother said the couple had dated for six months. A hang gliding site worker described the scene as difficult and dangerous.

This tragedy highlights how easily risky choices near hazardous terrain can lead to fatal outcomes. It also raises questions about how media reports on intimate moments that end in death and how families are treated in the wake of such accidents. The focus should be on safety and privacy, not sensational details. Authorities emphasize that there is no foul play and safety measures at popular viewpoints deserve attention.

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