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Florida skydiver tragically falls to his death, found deceased on residential lawn: police

By Sarah Rumpf-Whitten

Published October 07, 2023

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A Florida man tragically fell to his death Saturday afternoon in a parachuting accident, authorities said.

The Titusville Police Department said in a statement that the solo skydiver was found dead on the lawn of a residence in the coastal town, known for its space launches, at 12:30 p.m.

Sight of crash

A skydiver died Saturday afternoon, according to the Titusville Fire Department.  (FOX 35 Orlando)

Authorities said he was pronounced dead on the scene, which was near a local Arthur Dunn Airpark.

Law enforcement said the male victim was outfitted in parachute attire and gear when he was found. Police did not identify the man or give his age.

Authorities said that this "remains an ongoing investigation" and that more details will be released following the investigation.

Sarah Rumpf-Whitten is a U.S. Writer at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to sarah.rumpf@fox.com and on X @s_rumpfwhitten

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