A 60-year-old man from North Carolina was found dead in Grand Canyon National Park near a remote trail along the Colorado River after his family reported him missing. The man was on a solo multi-day backpacking trip and was last seen attempting to hike the Thunder River Trail-Deer Creek loop. His body was discovered by a search and rescue team along a route connecting Lower Tapeats Camp and Deer Creek Camp.
This incident marks the sixth death in the park in a month, with at least 10 fatalities reported so far this year. The National Park Service and Coconino County Medical Examiner are investigating the man’s death, along with the other recent deaths in the park.
In addition to the North Carolina man, recent deaths in the park have included a person who fell to their death, a BASE jumper, a victim of flash flooding, and an 80-year-old man whose boat flipped in the Colorado River. The park typically sees around 10 to 15 deaths per year, with 11 fatalities reported in 2023.
The National Park Service is working to enhance safety measures and educate visitors on the risks of outdoor activities in Grand Canyon National Park to prevent future tragedies.
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