Topless Influencer’s Video Turns Into Tragedy As She Hangs Out Of Moving Car’s Window
Note: This story was originally reported in October 2017 and is being republished for archival and public record purposes.
A Russian woman vacationing in the Dominican Republic lost her life after a tragic accident that occurred while she was leaning out of a moving vehicle. The incident, captured on a mobile phone, has since served as a somber reminder of the dangers of risky behavior during travel.
The victim, 35-year-old Natalia Borodina, was seen in the video partially unclothed, leaning out of the passenger-side window of a car as it drove along a highway near Punta Cana. Her friend, 32-year-old Ivanna Boirachuk, who was reportedly behind the wheel at the time, filmed the stunt on her mobile phone.
In the footage, Borodina appeared to be posing playfully for the camera, at one point placing her finger in her mouth and smiling. Moments later, the clip captured the devastating moment she collided with a roadside lamp post, resulting in severe injuries.
Witnesses and local authorities confirmed that emergency responders rushed her to a nearby hospital, but she succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival. Officials described the event as a preventable tragedy stemming from a moment of reckless spontaneity.
The accident took place on a section of highway frequented by tourists traveling from Bávaro to Punta Cana, a coastal area known for its resorts and nightlife. Authorities in the Dominican Republic launched an immediate investigation following the incident.
Borodina’s untimely death shocked both local residents and international viewers who saw the video online. Her story quickly spread across social media platforms, sparking renewed discussions about the risks of performing dangerous stunts for the camera.