Woman, 22, plunged to her death in skydiving accident in Nottinghamshire

A woman fell to her death in a skydiving accident after her body was found in a field.

Paramedics were called to Langar Airfield in Nottinghamshire at 12.10pm on Sunday.

The woman, aged 22, was found in a nearby field and pronounced dead at the scene.

A file will be prepared for the coroner as investigations into her death continue.

All other charity skydives were cancelled for the day and people were told to evacuate the area.

A Skydive Langar spokesman said: ‘We are deeply saddened to confirm that a fatal incident occurred at our center today involving an experienced skydiver.

‘The entire team at Skydive Langar is devastated by this tragic loss. Our immediate thoughts, deepest condolences, and full support are with the skydivers family, friends, and everyone within our close knit community who has been affected at this incredibly difficult time.

‘We are working in full cooperation with the police, and all relevant authorities to support this process.

‘We kindly ask for respect and privacy for the family, our staff and the wider skydiving community as we navigate this profound loss.’

DI Rachel Mayfield, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: ‘This was a tragic incident, and we are working with partners to understand what happened.

‘As our investigations continue at the scene, our thoughts are with the woman’s family and everyone else who has been affected by this incident.’

Her family are being supported by specialist officers.

Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service confirmed they attended the police-led incident for a short time.

A spokesperson for the service said: ‘Bingham Fire Station were called to an incident at Langar Airfield at 12.30pm to assist police.

‘We remain on scene however looks like we will be leaving shortly.’