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Honduras Trip Turns Horrific: Woman Ejected From ATV Into Tree
28 Mar
Summary
- Shontaneece Brooks suffered severe facial injuries and a broken arm.
- Her mother paid $5,000 upfront for medical care due to no travel insurance.
- Loved ones started a GoFundMe to cover medical bills and new teeth costs.
A tropical vacation in Honduras took a devastating turn for Shontaneece Brooks, a 30-year-old woman from Texas, when a jungle ATV excursion resulted in a severe accident.
While riding an ATV for the first time, Brooks lost control after hitting a root, launching her into a tree with significant force. Her mother, Colondra Wilson, described the horrific scene, with Brooks' face severely injured and bleeding profusely. Wilson was reportedly forced to pay $5,000 upfront for initial medical treatment, as Brooks did not have travel insurance for the trip.
Medical professionals spent eight hours treating Brooks' face and 24 hours to bandage her broken arm. The incident has left Brooks facing extensive medical bills and the need for new teeth. Consequently, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched by her loved ones to assist with these costs and to support her mother, who is currently unable to work while caring for her daughter. Wilson expressed the emotional toll, stating, "As a mom, I [felt] so hopeless," and emphasized the importance of appreciating life.
