Tag: Hiker Death
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Hiker dead after falling into abandoned mine shaft in Colorado backcountry
The body of 54-year-old Jennifer Nelson, of Ridgway, was found at the bottom of a deep and water-filled mine shaft along Red Mountain Pass on the morning of October 21, reports the Ouray County Plaindealer. Nelson had been reportedly missing the night before, discovered when dogs that had been with her were later found lingering…
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Hiker dies after falling from mountain ridge near Telluride
A man was found dead Monday afternoon after suffering an apparent fall while hiking near Telluride, the San Miguel Sheriff’s Office said. Patrick Eells, a 29-year-old resident of Telluride, has been identified as the deceased hiker. He died from traumatic injuries, deputies said. “We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr.…