Event Brief
Skydiver killed after midair collision during team jump
Filed: May 27, 2026 at 6:02 AM ET
Summary: A skydiver died and another was injured after two jumpers collided midair during a team jump in Ritzville, Washington.
WHO: Adams County Sheriff’s Office
WHAT: Two skydivers collided midair during an 11-person team jump; one was killed and another injured.
WHEN: May 27, 2026 at 5:35 AM ET
WHERE: Ritzville, Washington
WHY: The two parachutes came into contact at about 1,000 feet above the ground when neither jumper was aware of the other’s position.
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