20-year-old Abel Joseph Mejia fell 400 feet to his death at Grand Canyon's Pipe Creek Overlook on July 31, prompting safety warnings.

20-year-old Abel Joseph Mejia from North Carolina tragically fell 400 feet to his death at the Grand Canyon, near the Pipe Creek Overlook, on July 31. National Park Service rangers are urging visitors to adhere to designated trails and walkways, maintain a safe distance from the rim's edge, and stay behind railings and fences for safety. Both the National Park Service and the Coconino County Medical Examiner's Office are investigating the incident.

August 01, 2024
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