Man dies after parachuting accident - Wimborne

A man has died following a parachuting accident in the states west today.

About 12pm (Tuesday 30 January 2024), emergency services were called to Mount Borah Wimborne Road, Wimborne, following reports a man had impacted heavily on the ground.

NSW Ambulance paramedics treated a man – however; he died at the scene.

Officers attached to Oxley Police District established a crime scene as investigations into the incident continue.

The man's parachute and equipment have been seized for examination and a report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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