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Experienced Skydiver Dies in Suspected Suicide Jump

8/21/2025

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Jade Damarell, 32, an experienced skydiver, died in a suspected suicide during a jump in Shotton Colliery on April 27, 2025.
She failed to deploy her parachutes or activate her safety device, despite her equipment being functional.
Damarell had recently ended a relationship and left notes for her family.
Her family highlighted the importance of openly discussing mental health issues.

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Story summary

Jade Damarell, 32, an experienced skydiver, died in a suspected suicide during a jump in Shotton Colliery on April 27, 2025.
She failed to deploy her parachutes or activate her safety device, despite her equipment being functional.
Damarell had recently ended a relationship and left notes for her family.
Her family highlighted the importance of openly discussing mental health issues.