Paraglider dies after crashing into farm field in Plainfield, Illinois

A 21-year-old man was killed after crashing into a farm field while paragliding on Saturday afternoon.

Plainfield police said just before 3 p.m., they received an emergency call about a paraglider that crashed in the area of 127th Street and Ridge Road. It was learned that the pilot had an apparent flight emergency and crashed into the farm field.

Police said witnesses in the area assisted the paraglider, identified as a 21-year-old man, until the arrival of Oswego paramedics, who attempted further lifesaving measures.

The paraglider died at the scene due to his injuries. His identity was not released pending notification of next of kin.

Plainfield police and the Kendall County coroner are investigating.