Man dead after skydive in Devon, police say

1 Mar 2026 • 4:54 AM MYT
The Independent
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A man has died following a skydive in Devon.

Emergency services were called to Dunkeswell Aerodrome, Honiton, at around 1pm on Saturday due to concerns for the welfare of a skydiver.

A 49-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene and his family have been informed.

A spokesman for Devon and Cornwall Police said scene guards remain in place and inquiries are ongoing into the incident.

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