Aftermath of Ammon McNeely’s BASE Jumping Accident
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In 2013, Ammon McNeely, “The Pirate of El Cap,” struck the cliff while BASE jumping in Moab, Utah. He almost lost his leg in the accident. Here’s the (edited
version) video McNeely calmly made right after the accident.
Check out this video of Hayley Ashburn recounting the rescue:
This Is Not Happening: Hayley Ashburn – “The Pirate of El Cap”
Click here to watch the original (graphic) version.