A British base jumper died after losing control of his parachute during a 1,300-foot jump in Turkey.
Dilip Marcus Sundhod, 47, died from his injuries after collapsing into the edge of a cliff with pals while competing in the International Air Games Festival.
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Sundhod lost control after releasing his parachute and crashed into the Butterfly Valley cliffside.
Friends informed emergency personnel to the horrific incident, and they raced to his aid.
Workers took around an hour to get at the location where Sundhod had fallen before pronounced him dead.
According to local media accounts, Sundhod’s jump was a separate free fall from the festival festivities.
Investigators are now investigating into whether the act was lawful and whether the necessary safety requirements for the perilous sport were followed.
“We are aware of a British man who has died in Turkey and are in contact with the local authorities,” a Foreign Office spokeswoman said.
“We have not been approached for consular assistance, but our staff stand ready to support British Nationals overseas 24/7.”
