A 21-year-old man lost his life while attempting a daring skiing stunt in Colorado.
The accident occurred on Highway 40, located just west of Berthoud Pass Summit, a mountain pass in the central part of the state. According to a post by the Grand County Sheriff’s Office, the incident took place around 3 p.m. on Tuesday.
According to a bystander, they attempted to perform CPR on the man and noted that he was unconscious and not breathing.
Emergency responders discovered that the 21-year-old was already deceased when they commenced their assessment at the scene. Additionally, personnel from the Coroner’s Office arrived at the location.
Young skier was trying to jump the highway
According to the sheriff’s office, the victim was attempting to clear the width of Highway 40 moments before his tragic demise.
The post states that the victim, despite wearing a helmet and other protective gear, unfortunately lacked the necessary speed and distance and ended up landing on the highway pavement.
Identity of skier, cause of death will be released later
The man’s name has not been released by the Grand County Coroner’s Office.
Traffic on Highway 40 experienced temporary disruptions in both directions on Tuesday, as investigators worked to process the scene and protect the privacy of the victim, according to the post.
A tragic incident unfolded in Colorado as a young skier lost his life while attempting to jump over a highway. The incident serves as a painful reminder of the risks associated with extreme sports and the importance of caution.
