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Atlanta woman dies after ziplining accident

Atlanta woman killed ziplining accident Tamirah Yasmeen Dix died during a vacation in Puerto Rico. She was 40 years old.

ATLANTA — The family of an Atlanta woman who recently died after a ziplining accident in Puerto Rico is asking for help while trying to return her body.

The GoFundMe page created by Rashida Dix says her sister Tamirah Yasmeen Dix was ziplining in Orocovis, Puerto Rico when the accident occurred. She was 40-years-old.

“The investigation is still ongoing, but preliminary info points to an accidental hit to her head,” according to the GoFundMe page.

The money being raised is to support costs for funeral arrangements and transportation costs. So far, more than $14,000 has been raised.

A statement made by the family of Tamirah on the GoFundMe page said:

“It is with heavy hearts that I share the passing of my beloved baby sister Tamirah. This loss has been devastating, and we are now faced with the challenge of bringing her home and and arranging a proper farewell. The costs of transportation to the state and funeral services are more than we can manage alone, so we are humbly asking for help from our community. If you’re able to contribute , we would be deeply grateful. We are asking for any support you may be able to give during this time. No amount is too small, and even sharing this message would mean so much to us. Please donate or share our GoFundMe. Thank you for standing with our family during this painful time.”