Former Navy SEAL Frederick Platt died on Sunday in the wake of a canopy collision at Skydive Midwest in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. Frederick was an experienced jumper with around 2000 jumps and was a local at Skydive Midwest. The other jumper, Neil Kuhlman was not seriously injured.
The incident is under investigation.
Frederick leaves behind his wife Stacy, pregnant with their first child. A fund has been set up to support the family. If you would like to contribute, please click this link for further information. We send our sincerest condolences to Skydive Midwest, family and friends.
News Reports: JSOnline, RacineUncovered.com
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The correct link for Fred’s 4 minor children is as follows please consider donating: http://www.gofundme.com/bz4i8g