The victim of a serious accident, Jessica Brigido Faraco, 30, went to the Caer/Sarasul base (Aeropolice and Aeromedical and Rescue Service of Santa Catarina South) to thank the professionals who saved her life. The meeting took place this Thursday (16) in Crisium.

Jessica had a serious accident in February 2022 – Photo: SAER/SARASUL/Reproduction/ND

During the visit, Jessica presented a diploma in honor of professionals and a souvenir. “Their work was important for me to be here today, to take care of my children and lead a normal life. I wrote a letter of thanks to each of them, and the souvenir was helicopter-shaped cookies and hearts with gratitude written on them, ”says Jessica.

In the letter, she thanks all the staff for saving her life. “The professionalism and compassion of each and every one of you saved my life,” he wrote. “I cannot find words to express my gratitude for what they have done for me. Thanks to you, I was given the best help, and I was quickly rescued,” he continued.

The professionals were touched by Jessica’s affection. “We had the pleasure of welcoming her and her friends to our base, it was an exciting and rewarding reunion, the atmosphere was one of great gratitude towards the team,” said Matheus Bett, the physician who assisted in the rescue.

Souvenir Jessica gave to the team – SAER/SARASUL/Reproduction/ND

Letter written by Jessica – SAER/SARASUL/Reproduction/ND

The visit took place last Thursday (16) – SAER/SARASUL/Reproduction/ND

The accident happened in February 2022 when two cars collided head-on and both drivers got stuck in the equipment. The remaining four people were not seriously injured.

Jessica was in critical condition, with multiple fractures, trauma to the cervical spine and signs of hemorrhagic shock. She required advanced medical attention and was flown to the hospital in a Saer helicopter.

The woman stayed in the intensive care unit for 52 days, 45 of which were in a coma. In total, 72 days were hospitalized. Jessica has undergone several surgeries and a lengthy recovery period.