CNN —Hawaiian pro surfer Mikala Jones has died at the age of 44 following a fatal accident while surfing in Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands on Sunday.
Jones was known throughout the surfing world for the mesmerizing photos and videos he took while riding inside of breaking waves, offering a unique first person perspective into the sport.
This is too soon.”Following Jones’ death, many from the surfing community took to social media to pay their respects.
Legendary pro surfer Kelly Slater, who has 11 World Champion Surf Titles to his name, commented on Bielmann’s post, writing “Sobering moment.
Mikala you were one of a kind.”CNN has reached out to the Indonesian National Police, USA Surfing and International Surfing Association for comment.
Persons:
Mikala Jones, Jones, Jones ’, Isabella, Instagram, ”, “, Brian Bielmann, Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning
Organizations:
CNN, Indonesian National Police, USA, Surfing
Locations:
Hawaiian, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia’s West Sumatra