Cyclist crushed to death in freak accident just seconds from finish line

Jaiane Oliveira’s family is in mourning after a tragic accident claimed the life of the racing cyclist, who died moments from the finish line.

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Cyclist Jaiane Oliveira was crushed to death in a freak accident only moments before reaching the finish line during a race.

The mum-of-two, in her 30s, was hit by another bike and smashed into a sound truck parked next to the track.

It caused one of the speakers to fall on top of Jaiane at the event in Baianopolis, Brazil, last Sunday.

Horrified bystanders pulled it off of her and tried to give her first aid but were unsuccessful.

Paramedics rushed her to hospital with serious head injuries but she was later declared dead.

Event organisers, Dubai Bikers, said on social media: “The loss of this special person leaves a deep void in our hearts.

“May the memories and legacy bring comfort and strength.”

Cyclist Jaiane Oliveira was crushed to death in a freak accident only moments before reaching the finish line during a race.

Another cyclist was sent flying but managed to jump up and finish the race.

Footage of the accident, most of which The Sun has chosen not to publish, showed the moment of the horror crash.

Police rushed to the scene to investigate but the sound truck was already gone, NeedToKnow reports.

Local cops are investigating the crash.

Jaiane leaves behind her husband who also took part in the cycling competition last weekend.

She is also survived by her two twin boys.

This article originally appeared in The Sun and was reproduced with permission

Originally published as Cyclist crushed to death in freak accident just seconds from finish line