British Parachute Association investigating collision
Inspector Kate Scott at Cambridgeshire police said officers were called to the scene of the skydiving collision near Peterborough at 3.42pm by the ambulance service to "reports of a mid air collision involving two parachutists".
– Inspector Kate Scott at Cambridgeshire policeThe incident is being investigated by the British Parachute Association.
– East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust spokeswomanAll emergency crews worked very hard together to try to save the life of one of the men involved but despite the best efforts of crews he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Our sincerest condolences go out to his family and loved ones. We wish the second casualty all the best for a good recovery.
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