Benidorm Parasail Death: Manslaughter Probe Launched

On August 10, 2026, a tragic parasailing accident occurred in Benidorm, Spain, resulting in the death of British tourist Beverley White, 66. She and a 47-year-old male companion were on a tandem parasailing trip when a sudden storm with strong winds caused the connecting cord to break.

High winds subsequently dragged the pair across the sea towards rocks. Although rescued and treated by paramedics, Beverley White suffered a heart attack and was pronounced dead at Villajoyosa Hospital. The man she was with sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries.

Spanish Civil Guard in Alicante has launched a manslaughter and wounding investigation into two individuals. They are also investigating an alleged cover-up involving the speedboat's operator. Detectives are examining the storm conditions and who was in command of the boat during the incident. One employee later admitted to operating the boat, despite initially identifying another person as the skipper.

The two individuals under investigation are expected to be summoned for questioning by a court in Benidorm. Beverley White's inquest was opened and adjourned in Cornwall, with a full hearing to follow.