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This was Gerardo Frías, the Cartagena dentist who lost his life on his new motorcycle
“Friend, what sad news. May God give your family solace, may heaven open to receive you, and may you know that we will never forget you here, my Vampi.” Messages like that are dozens on social media and are in tribute and condolences for the tragic death of Gerardo Andrés Frías Salazar, 32 years old.
TL;DR
- Gerardo Andrés Frías Salazar, 32, died in a motorcycle accident on March 30th near Simití, Bolívar.
- He was a dentist working at the Hospital Manuel Elkin Patarroyo as part of his rural year requirement.
- Frías Salazar had recently completed his university studies and was gifted a high-cylinder motorcycle.
- The accident occurred near the Hospital San Antonio de Padua, where attempts to save him were unsuccessful due to a severe head trauma.
- Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the crash, including whether another vehicle was involved.
- Gerardo was the son of Álvaro Frías and Miryan Salazar, and brother to intensivista Álvaro Frías Salazar.
- He lived in Cartagena and was a dedicated fan of Real Cartagena.
- His remains are being laid to rest in Cartagena, his hometown.