21-year-old skier found dead Thursday after overnight search at Northstar California
Key Points:
- A 21-year-old skier was found deceased Thursday morning at Northstar California after failing to return from the slopes, ending a search that began late Wednesday night.
- Authorities launched the search after receiving a missing person report around 11 p.m. Wednesday and locating the man's vehicle in the Northstar parking lot.
- The recovery operation involved the Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue Team, 15 specialized skiers, a snowcat, two snowmobilers, and support from the Northstar Ski Patrol.
- The man's body was located at approximately 9 a.m. Thursday, and the Placer County Sheriff’s Office extended condolences to the victim's family and friends.