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Police Say Chairlift Fall That Killed Teen at Cypress Mountain Was a Tragic Accident

The coroner now leads the investigation following police findings of no obvious chairlift mechanical issues.

Overview

  • An 18-year-old from Maple Ridge was pronounced dead at the scene Thursday evening after a fall from a chairlift, with emergency calls coming around 7:25–7:30 p.m.
  • West Vancouver police described the death as non-suspicious, saying all available evidence points to a tragic accident.
  • B.C. Emergency Health Services responded with two ambulances and a paramedic specialist unit, and no patients were transported to hospital.
  • Cypress Mountain confirmed the person who died was a guest and offered condolences while withholding further details for privacy.
  • Victim support remains available for witnesses and community members at 604-925-7468 or through Victim Link BC at 1-800-563-0808.