"No other injuries were reported, and B.C. Emergency Health Services confirmed that no patients were transported to hospital. "All available evidence points to this being a tragic accident," WVPD spokesperson Suzanne Birch said in a written statement. "There are no obvious indications of technical or mechanical issues with the chairlift. As the death appears to be non-suspicious, the investigation is now with the Coroner's Office.""
"Investigators said the young man's family has been notified and is receiving support. Police have not released further details about the circumstances of the fall, including which lift was involved or how far the victim fell. Cypress Mountain said the person who died was a guest at the resort and offered condolences to those affected. "Cypress Mountain extends our heartfelt condolences and support to the guest's family and friends during this incredibly difficult time," the resort said in a brief statement."
An 18-year-old man from Maple Ridge died Thursday evening after falling from a chairlift at Cypress Mountain Resort in West Vancouver. Emergency services responded at about 7:27 p.m. after reports of medical distress; the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. West Vancouver Police said there are no obvious indications of technical or mechanical problems with the chairlift and described the death as non-suspicious. The investigation has been turned over to the B.C. Coroners Service. Investigators said the family has been notified and is receiving support. Cypress Mountain confirmed the person was a guest, offered condolences, and resort operations continued.
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