A male hiker was found deceased on the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park, Utah, marking the second fatal fall in recent months at the popular park.
Authorities in Utah reported the discovery of a deceased male on the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park over the weekend. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that they received a call regarding a potential hiker fall at the park. First responders arrived at the scene and unfortunately, pronounced the man dead. Authorities have chosen not to release the man's identity at this time.
The sheriff's office stated that deputies are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, but they have not yet disclosed any further details. Expressing their appreciation for the collaborative effort, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office posted on its Facebook page: 'The Washington County Sheriff’s Office expresses our gratitude to Hurricane Valley Fire and Rescue, Zion Park Rangers, and the Zion Technical Search and Rescue for their assistance.' This tragic event marks the second fatal fall in recent months at Zion National Park. In October, the CEO of a Utah-based software company met with a fatal end after falling approximately 200 feet while engaging in rock climbing activities within the park. According to official reports, Justin Bingham, 40 years old, was canyoneering near the exit of Heaps Canyon when the incident occurred, resulting in a fall estimated to be between 150 to 200 feet. The National Parks Service (NPS) confirmed this information in a statement
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