A popular social media star has died at the age of 45 after getting a tattoo.
Brazilian car influencer Ricardo Godoy reportedly went into cardiac arrest at the beginning of a procedure that had his entire back inked.
The tragic incident is said to have happened on January 20th at a hospital in the Brazilian state of Santa Caterina, where the master of the wheel was to undergo general anesthesia before the procedure began.
Reportedly, the tattoo artist didn't even have a chance to begin the tattoo when Mr. Godoy suffered a heart attack, shortly after the sedation procedure began.
The late motoring guru shared the appointment on his feed, telling his 225,000 fans that morning that he would be back posting soon.
Instagram post announcing death Godoy states that he passed away at noon on the same day.
A police investigation into the incident is reportedly ongoing.
“He was immediately examined and a cardiologist was called to try to resuscitate him, but unfortunately they were not successful,” the studio's owner said in a statement released by the station. daily mail.
The ink expert said he “deeply regrets” Godoy's death and called him a “great friend.”
The married father posted about luxury cars to his loyal fan base. He is the CEO of his own business, Godoy Premium Group. people Reported.
Heartbroken fans say the family man recently shared a video of himself and his children playing in the pool shortly before his tragic death.
“At this moment of suffering, our hearts go out to the family and friends and we wish them strength and comfort as they overcome this irreparable loss,” a translation of the obituary on Instagram reads. “May Ricardo Godoy's memory be remembered with love and respect by all who had the privilege of meeting him.”
“His joy, generosity and light will continue to exist in our memories and in all the stories he helped build.”
