‘My heart is broken’ – Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr hit by tragedy as Wag’s bodyguard and wife die in motorbike accident

THE girlfriend of Vinicius Jr has announced that her bodyguard and his wife both tragically died in a motorbike accident. Rogerio Camilo Ramos and Paulla Regina Rodarte Camilo were caught in the accident on the BR-060 road in the Ribeirao da Posse area, municipality of Guapo in Brazil. Virginia Fonseca, the girlfriend of Vinicius Jr, announced that her bodyguard has died Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Rogerio Camilo Ramos and his wife, Paulla Regina Rodarte Camilo, died in a motorbike accident Credit: Instagram The death of Rogerio, who was driving the vehicle, was announced by a doctor shortly after 9am local time on Sunday. His wife, Paulla, later went into cardiac arrest but could not be saved. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Virginia Fonseca, who has been dating Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr since last year, took to social media to pay tribute to the couple. She wrote: “Earlier today I received the news about Camilo (our private security guard) and his wife. I hadn’t posted anything sooner because we were waiting for all the family members to be notified, but ever since I heard, I haven’t been able to do anything else; I am heartbroken. “Life is, indeed, fleeting, and in moments of sorrow like this, words seem inadequate – especially when faced with things we can never fully comprehend. All we can do is trust in God’s purpose. “Camilo, we will be eternally grateful for all the care, protection, wisdom, purity, and immense love you always showed our family. Your presence was a safe haven, and your memory will live on forever in our hearts. “We know that you and Paulla will now be little Heloísa’s guardian angels, watching over her from above. Down here, we will stand with the family to ensure she never feels alone, caring for her with all the affection you always shared. “May God bring comfort to the hearts of all the family members, and especially to Heloísa.” Most read in Sport She later said: “It still hasn’t sunk in… Camilo was with us in São Paulo just a short while ago – always so helpful, assisting me with the kids’ safety – and today he and his wife were in an accident and passed away. “I’m in shock, heartbroken, and struggling to understand why, but no one can explain God’s plans… Rest in peace. My deepest condolences to the whole family; you can count on me for absolutely anything.” Earlier in the day, Virginia attended the Spanish Grand Prix with Vinicius Jr. The couple were seen walking through the paddock and on the grid. Comment now