Cranston Man Dies in Massachusetts Paramotoring Crash

Incident marks rising enforcement of gun magazine limits in Rhode Island

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:29pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a twisted, damaged paramotor propeller against a pitch-black background, conveying the gritty aftermath of a fatal crash through stark, dramatic lighting and texture.The twisted wreckage of a paramotor propeller highlights the dangers of this increasingly popular but risky recreational activity.Cranston Today

A 45-year-old man from Cranston, Rhode Island died after the paramotor he was flying crashed in Berkley, Massachusetts on Sunday morning. The incident comes as Rhode Island's Attorney General's office has reported a rise in cases charged for violations of the state's magazine capacity limits, from 304 in 2024 to 384 in 2025.

Why it matters

Paramotoring, the sport of flying a lightweight, motorized paraglider, has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, but also an increase in accidents and safety concerns. This tragedy highlights the risks involved, as well as the broader gun control enforcement efforts underway in Rhode Island.

The details

The victim, whose name has not been released, was operating a paramotor when it crashed in a field in Berkley, Massachusetts on Sunday morning. Emergency responders were unable to revive him at the scene. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by local authorities.

  • The incident occurred on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
  • Rhode Island's Attorney General's office reported a rise in magazine capacity limit cases from 304 in 2024 to 384 in 2025.

The players

Rhode Island Attorney General's Office

The state's top law enforcement agency, which has reported a rise in prosecutions for violations of Rhode Island's magazine capacity limits.

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What’s next

Authorities in Massachusetts are continuing to investigate the cause of the paramotor crash that claimed the life of the Cranston man.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the risks involved in paramotoring and the need for strict safety protocols, as well as the broader gun control enforcement efforts underway in Rhode Island aimed at reducing gun violence.