Tragic news out of West Vancouver, British Columbia, where an 18-year-old man is confirmed deceased after falling from a chairlift at Cypress Mountain on Thursday evening.
According to a release from the West Vancouver Police, emergency services were called at around 7:27pm on Thursday after receiving reports of an individual in medical distress after falling from a chairlift. The 18-year-old from Maple Ridge, B.C., was confirmed dead at the scene.
“All available evidence points to this being a tragic accident. There are no obvious indications of technical or mechanical issues with the chairlift. As the death appears to be non-suspicious, the investigation is now with the Coroner’s Office.” – Suzanne Birch, spokesperson for the West Vancouver Police Department.
Victim’s services stayed on scene last night and stayed available to the public for those who may have been impacted or been in the vicinity of the accident. Anyone who was impacted is encouraged to reach out to the department for support by calling 604-925-7468.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the friends and family of the deceased, as well as all those impacted by the accident.
