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62-year-old Nicholas Milohnic killed in Fort Ann dirt bike crash
Authorities in New York are investigating a fatal dirt bike crash that occurred over the weekend at a motocross facility in Fort Ann.
According to the New York State Police, the incident took place on April 18 at Adirondack MX (ADK MX), located along State Route 149.
Troopers were dispatched to the track shortly before 10:45 a.m. Saturday following reports of a rider who had sustained severe injuries during a run.
Preliminary findings indicate that 62-year-old Nicholas Milohnic, of Beacon, was ejected from his dirt bike after navigating a jump on the course.
The impact resulted in critical injuries.
Emergency medical personnel responded promptly to the scene; however, Milohnic was pronounced deceased at the location.
In response to the tragedy, Adirondack MX released a statement on its social media platforms confirming that the facility would be temporarily closed as a mark of respect and while the situation is being assessed.
The New York State Police confirmed that the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash remains ongoing.
At this time, authorities have stated that the incident does not appear to be suspicious.
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Two Experienced Skydivers Levi Pimentel and Georgia Jean Killed in Midair Collision Near Lake Elsinore
LAKE ELSINORE, Calif. — Two experienced skydivers have died following a tragic midair collision near Lake Elsinore in Southern California after their parachutes became tangled during their final approach to the landing area.
The victims were identified as Levi Pimentel, 29, of Illinois, and Georgia Jean, 56, of South Dakota. Both women died Friday after the accident near Skydive Elsinore, according to information released by the skydiving company.
Officials with Skydive Elsinore said the collision occurred approximately 160 feet above the ground as the two women were approaching the landing area. Following the impact, their parachutes became entangled, preventing them from completing a safe landing.
Emergency responders were dispatched at approximately 11:47 a.m. and found both women near the airfield suffering from critical injuries. They were transported to Inland Valley Medical Center, where both later died.
Skydive Elsinore described Pimentel and Jean as experienced, licensed skydivers who were familiar with the sport.
According to the company, the freefall portion of the jump appeared to proceed normally. Both women reportedly deployed their parachutes at the expected altitude, and officials said there were no indications of equipment failures.
The company also addressed weather conditions at the time of the accident. Winds were reportedly strong, with gusts reaching approximately 20 mph. However, investigators have not determined whether the wind conditions contributed to the collision.
Skydive Elsinore said it was devastated by the deaths of the two women and extended its condolences to their families, friends, and loved ones.
The fatal accident occurred near Lake Elsinore, a city in Riverside County located approximately 70 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation, and officials have not established whether weather or other factors played a role in the incident.