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April 22, 2025 - 4:05 PM
A group of teenagers was hiking near Salmon Arm on Monday when one died from a fall.
Salmon Arm RCMP were called to Bastion Mountain at 5:52 p.m., April 21, according to a press release from police.
Three friends were hiking when a 17-year-old male disappeared while walking ahead of the other two. Police believe he slipped and fell from a 200-foot cliff.
One of the friends’ fathers found his body at the base of the cliff.
Search and rescue members rappelled down the cliff to confirm he was dead.
“This is another tragic event that will greatly affect our community,” Staff Sgt. Simon Scott said in the release. “We’re deeply saddened by the tragic loss of a young life. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and all those impacted by this devastating event.”
The BC Coroners Service is conducting a parallel investigation.
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