Carolina Muñoz Kennedy was recently skydiving in Boituva, Brazil, when tragedy struck. When it was time for Kennedy’s main parachute to deploy, it encountered an unexpected malfunction. As her reserve parachute deployed, she soon noticed that the lines were twisted.

According to the The SunKennedy had followed emergency protocols as she attempted to repair her lines, but she was unsuccessful and fell to the ground at a frightening speed. It was reported that she initially survived the fall, but despite immediate medical attention and transport to a nearby hospital, her injuries were too severe for her to survive.

“She was lying on the ground waiting for help and people were calling the fire department and the police,” said witness José Soares de Melo. “I felt incredibly sad, shocked.”

Witnesses at the scene reported that Kennedy attempted to make an emergency landing as she had been trained to do, but she landed on the road after crashing into trees during her rapid descent.

Kennedy was an experienced skydiver who had performed numerous skydives before her final jump and was an active member of the Brazilian Parachuting Confederation. Apart from his passion for skydiving, Fox News shared that she works as a physical therapist and chiropractor. Just two days before that fateful day, she celebrated her 40th birthday.

Authorities are currently working on an investigation into his skydiving equipment for forensic analysis. The Brazilian Parachuting Confederation (BSC) will also produce a report.

“At this difficult time, our thoughts are with our dear colleague, his family members and the entire skydiving community,” the BSC said. “We reiterate our commitment to the safety and integrity of everyone involved in sport.”

Kennedy will be cremated this week and his ashes will be transported to Chile. The skydiving community, friends and family are mourning his tragic passing at this time.