- Influencer and motorbike enthusiast Burak Can Tas tragically died in a horrific motor accident after hitting a dog
- The fatal accident happened in Aldana, and despite prompt paramedic response, he succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash
- With over 135,000 Instagram followers, Burak was doing well and had even proposed to fellow motorbike enthusiast Kara
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Turkey - Famous influencer and motorbiking enthusiast Burak Can Tas tragically died in a horrific motorbike accident a few weeks before his wedding.
Burak hits a dog
In a touching Instagram statement, his fiancee Yaren Kara confirmed the death through a freak motorcycle accident
“I am thankful for every day that I spend with you, my love,” she wrote in the heartrending post.
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“My one and only whom I will miss so much. May God host you in the most beautiful corner of Jannah. I love you so so so much my life partner," he added.
NewYork Post reports the tragedy occurred earlier this month while Burak was riding his motorcycle in Aldana and reportedly hit a dog in the road, which caused him to lose control and fly off the vehicle.
Burak boasts over 135,000 followers
Paramedics were fast to report to the scene and quickly transported him to hospital but he succumbed to his injuries.
The motorcycle influencer, who had amassed over 135,000 followers on Instagram, had proposed to Kara, a fellow motorbike buff, and the two were planning a wedding and a life together.
“The year 2022 orchestrated its last surprise, leading me to you,” he said to his love.
Before his death, Burak had told his fiancee that he didn't know the concept of being loved until he met her.
The influencer said, “I am grateful to you for always keeping the good in me alive and for never leaving your hands. I am ready to walk/drive any road with you for the rest of my life. I love you so much my heart."
Included was a selfie of Kara flashing her ring to the camera while her paramour looks on adoringly.
Kenyan Instagram model dies
Back at home, Brendalicious, also known as Brenda Akinyi Ochola, was a popular Kenyan Instagram influencer who loved showcasing her luxurious lifestyle.
Rumours went high that the influencer had passed on from trafficking narcotics, which her family shut down.
The family of the Law graduate presented receipts showing that their daughter was ailing and that she was not involved in trafficking.
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