Centre ‘devastated’ by death of experienced skydiver in Nottinghamshire

Officials at a skydiving centre have said they are “devastated” after an experienced skydiver died in an incident near an airfield in Nottinghamshire.

Emergency services were called to the scene near Langar Airfield at 12:13 BST on Sunday.

A woman, 22, was found in a nearby field and pronounced dead at the scene, Nottinghamshire Police said.

A spokesperson for Skydive Langar said: “Our immediate thoughts, deepest condolences and full support are with the skydiver’s family, friends and everyone within our close-knit community who has been affected at this incredibly difficult time.”

The centre added it was working with all relevant authorities and asked for “respect and privacy” for the family, staff and the wider skydiving community.

“The entire team at Skydive Langar is devastated by this tragic loss,” the spokesperson added.

Her family have been informed and will be supported by officers. No other people were hurt in the incident and a file will now be prepared for the coroner, police said.

Det Insp Rachel Mayfield said: “This was a tragic incident, and we are working with partners to understand what happened.

“As our investigations continue at the scene, our thoughts are with the woman’s family and everyone else who has been affected by this incident.”