Sun, 14 Nov 1999, 07:32 PM POMONA - Sky-diver Dies in Pre-race Accident
By Larry Sullivan
POMONA, Calif. -
A licensed professional sky-diver was pronounced dead at Pomona Valley
Medical Center at approximately 11:30 AM today from injuries received in a
sky-diving accident during pre-race ceremonies for the Automobile Club of
Southern California NHRA Finals at Pomona Raceway.
The victim made contact
with the track's right-side guardwall while attempting to land. The victim
was transported to PVMC, where attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.
The
victim's name is being withheld until next of kin can be notified.
