San José State University Graduate Is Found Dead in Tree Well at Lake Tahoe Resort
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Colin Kang, a 21-year-old recent graduate of San José State University, was found dead on a challenging black diamond ski run at Northstar California Resort in Lake Tahoe after going missing while skiing.
- Authorities believe Kang fell into a tree well, a hidden snow hollow around trees that poses a significant risk to skiers, though the exact cause of death remains under investigation.
- Kang was last seen near the Martis Camp Express ski lift on Tuesday, and his car was found in the resort’s parking lot; a large search effort involving multiple rescue teams was conducted to locate him.
- The Placer County Sheriff’s Office and Northstar Ski Patrol assisted in the search, while San José State University expressed deep sorrow and urged those
