A man has died following a skydive in Dunkesewll

Photo: Dunkeswell |Airfield

Police were called to Dunkeswell Aerodrome just before 1pm yesterday, Saturday 28 February, following concerns for the welfare of a male skydiver.

Emergency Services attended the scene, where sadly a 49-year-old man was confirmed deceased. His family have been informed.

Scene guards remain in place currently, and enquiries are ongoing into the incident by the relevant agencies.

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