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Last Updated: Tuesday, 12 June 2007, 09:32 GMT 10:32 UK
Paramotor pilot killed in crash
A 24-year-old man from Bristol has been killed in a paramotoring accident in Gloucestershire.

Emergency services were called to Chavenage Green near Tetbury at about 2030 BST on Monday.

The pilot crashed to the ground and was declared dead at the scene. The coroner and Air Accidents Investigation Branch have both been informed.

Police are asking any witnesses with stills or video footage of the incident to come forward.

The pilot was taking part in the UK Paramotor National Championships. Paramotors are powered paragliders.




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