A tragic incident occurred at the Grand Canyon, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old man. According to reports from the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, the accident took place at Guano Point in Grand Canyon West.
Details of the Incident
The man reportedly slipped over the canyon’s edge and fell more than 100 feet. The sheriff’s office received the emergency call around 2 p.m. on Thursday.
Search and Rescue teams were dispatched to assist the Hualapai Nation with the recovery. They located the victim approximately 130 feet down on a scree pile.
Recovery Efforts
Technical rope technicians were deployed to set up a lowering and raising system using ropes. This method allowed them to recover the body and transport it to the Mohave County Medical Examiner’s Office.
- Incident Location: Guano Point, Grand Canyon West
- Time of Incident: 2 p.m. on Thursday
- Victim’s Age: 65 years
- Fell Distance: Over 100 feet
- Recovery Depth: Approximately 130 feet
Acknowledgments and Condolences
Various agencies assisted in the recovery, including the Hualapai Tribal Police Department and Grand Canyon West Security. The sheriff’s office expressed condolences to the man’s family and requested privacy during this difficult time.
Recent Similar Incidents
This incident follows another tragic event in September, where a Colorado man died after his vehicle went over the rim at Grand Canyon National Park. In that case, the single occupant’s car fell 300 feet, and authorities recovered his body shortly after.
As authorities continue to investigate, safety remains a priority at natural attractions like the Grand Canyon. Visitors are urged to exercise caution when near edges and steep drop-offs.
