On a fateful Friday morning, two skydivers met a tragic end after colliding in midair during a jump in Lake Elsinore. Around 11:47 a.m., local authorities were alerted to an emergency situation on Cereal Street, prompting Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies to rush to the scene.
Upon arrival, responders found the two skydivers on the ground receiving medical attention for severe injuries. Both individuals were quickly transported to a nearby hospital where they succumbed to their injuries shortly after arrival.
Details of the Incident
According to Skydive Elsinore, where both skydivers were participating in an organized jump, the freefall and parachute deployment proceeded without incident. The collision occurred as they approached the landing zone, occurring at an altitude of approximately 150 feet.
The skydiving company reported that the two parachutes became entangled during the collision, leading to critical injuries upon impact with the ground. Fortunately, there were no signs of equipment failure, and both skydivers were experienced and licensed, visiting from out of state for this event.
No names have been released, as the investigation continues, and Skydive Elsinore is actively working with local authorities to understand the sequence of events that led to this heartbreaking tragedy.
