Fatal skydiving accident in Ogle County due to midair collision
A tragic skydiving accident resulted in the death of a skydiver in Rochelle, Illinois. Two jumpers collided midair during a 18-person jump, leading to an uncontrolled descent for one jumper, causing fatal injuries upon hard landing. The deceased, described as a seasoned 40-year-old skydiver with over 2,900 jumps, was involved in the incident overseen by Chicagoland Skydiving Center. The center expressed condolences to the victim's family and friends, highlighting the close-knit nature of the skydiving community. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, with local and federal authorities coordinating efforts.
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