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Rangers in Alaska recover the body of a man who died from a fall
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- Mountaineering rangers in Alaska recovered the body of a Seattle man who died after falling 3,000 feet (about 900 meters) from a climbing route on Mount McKinley. Alex Chui's body was transferred to the state medical examiner Wednesday, the Denali National Park and Preserve said in a statement. Two other members of the 41-year-old's expedition on the West Buttress route to Peters Glacier reported Monday that Chui fell at a spot called Squirrel Point. They lowered over the edge as far as possible but were unable to see or hear Chui. He was not roped. Ground and air search crews were unable to reach the site until early Wednesday. An unroped French mountaineer fell to his death near the same location in 2010. His body was never recovered.
Toronto Sun
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- Toronto Sun
Body of man who died from fall on Alaska's Mount McKinley recovered
Published Jun 05, 2025 • 1 minute read People stand at the Eielson Visitor Center with a view of North America's tallest peak, Denali (now known as Mount McKinley), in the background, Sept. 2, 2015, in Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska. Photo by Becky Bohrer, file / AP Photo ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Mountaineering rangers in Alaska recovered the body of a Seattle man who died after falling 3,000 feet (about 900 metres) from a climbing route on Mount McKinley. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Alex Chui's body was transferred to the state medical examiner Wednesday, the Denali National Park and Preserve said in a statement. Two other members of the 41-year-old's expedition on the West Buttress route to Peters Glacier reported Monday that Chui fell at a spot called Squirrel Point. They lowered over the edge as far as possible but were unable to see or hear Chui. He was not roped. Ground and air search crews were unable to reach the site until early Wednesday. An unroped French mountaineer fell to his death near the same location in 2010. His body was never recovered. The busiest time for climbing Mount McKinley is May and June. There are currently 500 climbers on the peak, North America's tallest. World Olympics Toronto & GTA Columnists Music
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Rangers in Alaska recover the body of a man who died from a fall on North America's tallest peak
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Mountaineering rangers in Alaska recovered the body of a Seattle man who died after falling 3,000 feet (about 900 meters) from a climbing route on Mount McKinley. Alex Chui's body was transferred to the state medical examiner Wednesday, the Denali National Park and Preserve said in a statement. Two other members of the 41-year-old's expedition on the West Buttress route to Peters Glacier reported Monday that Chui fell at a spot called Squirrel Point. They lowered over the edge as far as possible but were unable to see or hear Chui. He was not roped. Ground and air search crews were unable to reach the site until early Wednesday. An unroped French mountaineer fell to his death near the same location in 2010. His body was never recovered. The busiest time for climbing Mount McKinley is May and June. There are currently 500 climbers on the peak, North America's tallest.
Winnipeg Free Press
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- Winnipeg Free Press
Rangers in Alaska recover the body of a man who died from a fall on North America's tallest peak
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Mountaineering rangers in Alaska recovered the body of a Seattle man who died after falling 3,000 feet (about 900 meters) from a climbing route on Mount McKinley. Alex Chui's body was transferred to the state medical examiner Wednesday, the Denali National Park and Preserve said in a statement. Two other members of the 41-year-old's expedition on the West Buttress route to Peters Glacier reported Monday that Chui fell at a spot called Squirrel Point. They lowered over the edge as far as possible but were unable to see or hear Chui. He was not roped. Ground and air search crews were unable to reach the site until early Wednesday. An unroped French mountaineer fell to his death near the same location in 2010. His body was never recovered. The busiest time for climbing Mount McKinley is May and June. There are currently 500 climbers on the peak, North America's tallest.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Missing Denali Mountaineer Found Dead
A man who disappeared this week on the highest mountain in North America has been found dead. According to a news release, Alex Chui, a 41-year-old from Washington, was found dead Wednesday morning in Denali National Park and Preserve. His body was transferred to the state medical examiner. Chui was ski mountaineering Monday with two other people when he fell at Squirrel Point. Witnesses to Chui's fall lowered themselves over the edge as far as possible but could not locate him. Witnesses then proceeded down the West Buttress route for additional help The search of Chui's remains was stalled due to weather, as high winds and snow kept searchers from accessing the accident site until early Wednesday morning, when two rangers were able to find Chui via helicopter. According to park service, Chui was found unroped. This isn't the first death link to Squirrel Point. In 2010, an unroped French mountaineer fell to his death near the exact same location. His remains were never found. According to National Park Traveler, there were 500 registered climbers on the mountain as of Wednesday. The busiest part of the Denali climbing season generally takes place from late May to late June. Climbers looking to take part must apply for a special use permit. In addition, to prevent any more deaths or accidents, the park service says they should be well-versed in climbing before attempting an ascent. . Missing Denali Mountaineer Found Dead first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 5, 2025
