Skydiver Crashes Into Virginia Tech Scoreboard, Rescued
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- Virginia Tech officials posted on X that the skydiver was safely secured, is stable, and thanked first responders for a swift, coordinated response.
- David Teel shared a video on Twitter showing the skydiver’s parachute caught between the 'C' and 'H' on the scoreboard and an American flag and smaller parachute dropping into the stands.
- Blacksburg Fire Department did not immediately respond to a voicemail seeking details about the incident, according to the report.
- Associated Press reported that the skydiver was stuck for roughly 20 minutes, causing the spring game to be delayed by over an hour.
Why it matters: The crash delayed Virginia Tech’s spring game start by over 60 minutes, disrupting fans and broadcast plans.
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