Bangkok - A skydiver killed a 10-year-old girl in north-eastern Thailand Saturday when he accidently crashed into a crowd gathered to observe the army demonstration of skydiving skills as part of International Children's Day celebrations.

The accident occurred at 10 am at the army's Sixth Infantry Division in Roi Et province, about 500 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, The Nation online news service reported.

The parachutist lost control of his landing because of strong winds and crashed into the audience, causing fatal injuries to the girl. (dpa)