Influencer Ricardo Godoi dies after being given general anesthesia for huge back tattoo leaving fans in shock
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A BRAZILIAN influencer has died on the operating table after being given a general anaesthetic for a huge back tattoo. Ricardo Godoi, 45, went into cardiac arrest at a private hospital during the tattoo session - with doctors unable to revive him. The influencer employed a tattoo studio who said they hired a private hospital with all the equipment, staff and drugs necessary to help give him the massive inking.
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Ricardo told his 218,000 Instagram followers in a message shortly before the tragedy: "I’m about to undergo a surgical procedure and will only be back here after 4pm.". A police investigation was ongoing today as officials look into the tragedy. He died on Monday in the coastal town of Itapema in Brazil's southern Santa Catarina state.
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The owner of the tattoo studio which was going to ink Ricardo said: "What happened was that, at the beginning of the sedation and intubation, he went into cardiac arrest. "That occurred before they even started tattooing him. "He was quickly checked and a cardiologist was called in to try to revive him, unfortunately without success.".
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A message posted on Ricardo’s Instagram yesterday said: "It is with great regret that we inform you about the death of Ricardo Godoi yesterday at midday. "At this painful moment, we show solidarity with his friends and family, wishing them strength and comfort to overcome this unbearable loss.
"Let Ricardo’s memory be remembered with affection and respect by those who had the privilege of knowing him.". Another touching tribute read: "Today we say goodbye to Ricardo Godoi, an incredible person who left his mark on the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
