Italian surfer Giulia Manfrini died last month after she was tragically stabbed by the sharp bill of a Needlefish while surfing at Beng Bengs, a fun left off Maskout Island in the Ments.
The incident occurred on 18 October and according to the Siberut Police, the 36-year-old suffered a 5cm wound to the upper left-side of her chest. Witnesses were able to get her out of the water and rushed her to the nearest Community Health Centre, but despite their efforts, she tragically passed away.
Last week the Hidden Bay Resort in the Mentawai’s, which is where Giulia was staying at the time of her death, paid homage to her as they invited a local sikerei to conduct a local ceremony to honour the Italian woman.
Born in Venaria Reale, Piedmont, Guilia was a former professional snowboarder with a passion for surfing. She studies law at university and was the co-founder of an online travel company specialising in surf and snow experiences.
Tracks would like to express its deepest condolences to Giulia’s family and all those impacted by this tragic incident.
