Skydiver, 32, who died after jumping from 10,000ft in 'deliberate act' left 'note'

Thefrom a plane did so as a "deliberate act", police believe, after reportedly finding she had left a note before the jump. The passing of Jade Damarell has sent shockwaves through her friends, family and the tight-knit skydiving community she was a part of.

The when she died after hitting the ground without her chute opening last Sunday.

Initial reports suggested the incident was abefore her skydiving club revealed that it was a "deliberate act", information they say came from the police, who found a note outlining her intentions.

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Nigel Wreford, 56, a farm worker living close to the site of the tragedy in Peterlee, County Durham, said: “I’ve been told by quite a few people that she knew what she was doing — she had apparently left a suicide note.”

Nigel recalled the moment a traumatised parachutist who had been with Jade on her fatal fall turned up at his home.

Mr Wreford added: “You can’t imagine how traumatic it must have been. She said he was in a hell of a state. He was very incoherent. It’s horrible. I can’t stop thinking about the girl and her family.”

Jade's own friend appeared to echo Nigel's claims, saying: “This wasn’t an accident. We believe she intended to take her life, sadly. She chose not to open her parachute and she landed on her back.”

SkyHigh Skydiving confirmed Jade's death, adding that the police had given "all indications" that the act was "deliberate".

A spokesman said: "It is with great sadness that we confirm a tragic incident took place on 28 April 2025 involving a valued member of our community. All indications from the police and British Skydiving are that this was a deliberate act taken to end her own life.

"This heartbreaking news has deeply affected all who knew her, and our thoughts are with her family and friends as they face this unimaginable loss. At this incredibly difficult time, we ask for privacy and compassion for those grieving."

The centre added: "If you are struggling or in emotional distress, please know that you are not alone. Support is available. We urge anyone in crisis to speak to someone or reach out to a mental health professional. Even in the darkest moments, there is help and hope."

Emergency responders raced to the scene close to Wrefords Farm in County Durham, but she couldn't be saved and was pronounced dead at the scene.

It's understood that an inquest will be held after a file was passed to the coroner.

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