Published: 2 March, 2008, 02:17
Edited: 2 March, 2008, 02:17
Russian parachute-jumper has crashed to earth in south-eastern France, according to local police. The accident took place in an airport outside the town of Gap.
While maneuvering in the sky, the Russian sportsman collided with a French parachutist and their cords got tangled up.
The Frenchman suffered serious injuries and has been taken to hospital.
Reportedly, the 50-year-old Russian came to France from Moscow. His name has not been released.