A tragic accident claimed the life of a 25-year-old Swiss skateboarder, J.
W.
, on Monday afternoon on the Salhöhe Pass road near Aarau.
J.
W.
, a prominent figure in the Swiss skateboarding scene, was descending the pass when she collided with an oncoming car in the first curve, succumbing to her injuries at the scene.
Known for her skill in downhill skateboarding, J.
W.
had recently qualified for the World Skate Games in Italy.
The accident has sent shockwaves through the skateboarding community, with many expressing their grief and admiration for her talent.
Despite her experience, the legality of skateboarding on such roads is under scrutiny, as it is only permitted on quieter side streets.
The incident has led to the cancellation of two upcoming downhill skateboarding events in the region out of respect for J.
W.
The local police and prosecutor's office have launched an investigation into the accident.
