Overview
- The visitor, who crossed barriers at the Lower Falls and jumped into a pool on Friday evening, briefly surfaced and then went under, RCMP said.
- RCMP now say he died, as Parks Canada suspends recovery because spring runoff has made the water fast, opaque, and unsafe for crews.
- Steep canyon walls kept divers out, so teams tried cameras instead, but the powerful current left almost no visibility under water.
- Johnston Canyon is closed until further notice, and the 25-year-old—who was visiting with friends from Pennsylvania—has relatives in contact with police.
- The case follows a string of April rescues that prompted reminders about deep snow, icy footing, and hidden currents that can pull people below the surface.