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Metro
25-04-2025
- Metro
Mom falls to her death in front of three of her kids while hiking
A mother-of-four who was hiking with three of her children fell 50 to 75 feet to her death in front of them. Carolyn Sanger, 49, was on a hike with family members at Purgatory Chasm State Reservation in Massachusetts when she dropped suddenly on Wednesday around 2pm. 'There were multiple medial professionals in the area hiking the Chasm at the same time, and were able to provide medical attention right away,' stated the Sutton Police Department on Facebook. Sanger died of her injuries shortly after the fall. 'For those that knew Carrie, know that she was a bright light; a wonderful, selfless mother who has raised four incredible, respectful, responsible kids,' stated a GoFundMe page for the Sanger family. 'She was a friend to all and her smile and kind spirit will be greatly missed. She passed too early- but she left the earth doing what she loved, with the ones she loved.' More Trending Police said the fall 'does appear to be accidental' but that it is under investigation. 'The Sutton Police Department would like to extend our condolences to the family during this very difficult time,' the agency stated. Sanger had just moved on from working as an oncology nurse to 'pursue her passion for wellness', according to the fundraiser. The GoFundMe page had received more than $120,000 in donations as of Friday evening. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Neighbour's heard 'animal screams' as mum cut six-year-old son's throat with saw MORE: Woman killed man in racist attack after asking to be sent to hospital MORE: Luigi Mangione dons new look pleading not guilty to murdering healthcare CEO in federal court
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Yahoo
Mother Falls to Her Death While Hiking with 3 of Her Children: 'Left the Earth Doing What She Loved'
A woman fell to her death while on a hike with her family in Sutton, Mass., on Wednesday, April 23, per a Sutton Police Department (SPD) news release. Carolyn 'Carrie' Sanger, 49, was on a hike with three of her four children and additional family members when she fell approximately 50-75 feet into the Purgatory Chasm State Reserve. Authorities received a call around 1:45 p.m. local time, reporting a woman had fallen into the Chasm, which is around a quarter of a mile within granite bedrock walls, and features caves and cliffs. 'There were multiple medical professionals in the area hiking the Chasm at the same time, and were able to provide medical attention right away,' SPD said. But Sanger succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead shortly after. The fall appears accidental; however, an investigation into the incident is ongoing, per the SPD. Related: Man, 40, Falls 200 Feet to His Death While Canyoneering at Zion National Park in Utah Several of her friends shared their condolences with her family, including Tim and Brooke Paoli. Brooke created a GoFundMe page to help the Sanger family 'navigate these uncertain financial times.' 'She was a bright light; a wonderful, selfless mother who has raised four incredible, respectful, responsible kids,' Brooke wrote. 'She was a friend to all and her smile and kind spirit will be greatly missed. She passed too early- but she left the earth doing what she loved, with the ones she loved. ❤️.' Brooke's husband, Tim, told Boston 25 News that they learned of Carolyn's death when her husband, Mike, called him while Tim was watching the local news. 'I answered the phone by saying, 'Mike, do you know who they're talking about (from Topsfield)?' ' Tim said. ''Yeah, Tim, they're talking about Carrie.' And we lost it.' 'We believe it was simply a loss of footing and a trip,' Tim told the outlet. 'That particular part of the trail, my understanding is it's a scarier part of the trail. We don't believe she was on her phone or anything like that.' Related: College Student Falls 400 Feet to His Death at Grand Canyon: 'His Absence Will Be Deeply Felt' "She was an amazing light to the world, really," Mo Levasseur said, per Boston 25 News. Levasseur knew Sanger through work. Sanger had recently left her job as an oncology nurse to pursue alternative therapies. She became a licensed massage therapist and a Reiki practitioner, and ran her own studio, Balanced Body, in Topsfield, Mass. 'We're quite shocked today to have lost her, but we're also blessed that she was in our path during the past year and a half,' Levasseur said. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'She could show up in a room, light up a room and give you a hug and you felt that warmth. She was a safe place, you could talk to her about anything," Jamie Belsito said of her 'dear friend.' "You do the best you can. And you try to raise strong, healthy, wonderful children like she did. And her husband, Mike, will continue to do that," Belsito continued. "And we'll be here as a community to take care of them.' Read the original article on People
USA Today
24-04-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Woman dies after falling from cliff while hiking at Massachusetts state park
Woman dies after falling from cliff while hiking at Massachusetts state park A Massachusetts woman died while hiking with three of her children after she fell down a cliff on April 23, police said. According to a press release from the Sutton Police Department, the incident happened at the Purgatory Chasm State Reservation in Sutton, Massachusetts, some 40 miles southwest of Boston. Police said they were called to the area after receiving reports of a woman who fell down a cliff around 50 to 75 feet high. "There were multiple medical professionals in the area hiking the Chasm at the same time, and were able to provide medical attention right away. However, she had succumbed to the injuries sustained during the fall, and was pronounced deceased a short time later," police said. According to the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, part of the USA TODAY Network, the woman was identified by authorities as 49-year-old Carolyn Sanger. In the press release, police said they believe the fall to be accidental but have an active investigation into Sanger's death. "Lastly, the Sutton Police Department would like to extend our condolences to the family during this very difficult time," police said. Who was Carolyn Sanger? Sanger, a mother of four, lived in Topsfield, Massachusetts, around 20 miles north of Boston. According to NBC 10 Boston, she was the owner of a massage, yoga and Reiki studio. Members of the community who knew Sanger remembered her as a positive influence in the area. "She could show up in a room, light up a room and give you a hug and you felt that warmth, she was a safe place, you could talk to her about anything," Jamie Belsito told the NBC 10 Boston. Sanger was also a regular at Zumi's Espresso, which was right next to her wellness center. Umesh Bhiji, the coffee shop's owner, said Sanger was a wonderful person. "She was wonderful, very kind-hearted, at Zumi's all the time with her kids, friends, for hours of talk," Bhiji told NBC 10 Boston. In a GoFundMe set up following Sanger's death, she was remembered as a caring, wonderful mother. "She was a friend to all and her smile and kind spirit will be greatly missed. She passed too early- but she left the earth doing what she loved, with the ones she loved," the fundraiser's description reads. Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Yahoo
Massachusetts mom hiking with children at ‘Purgatory Chasm' falls 75 feet to her death
A mother-of-four has died after falling 75 feet in an area known as Purgatory Chasm, while hiking with her children. The 49-year-old woman, who was later named as Carrie Sanger, from Topsfield, Massachusetts, was out with three of her children when the tragic accident occurred on Wednesday. Sutton Police Department said it received a 911 call at around 2 p.m. reporting that Sanger had fallen approximately 50-75 feet on the state reservation. Multiple medical professionals were reportedly hiking the Chasm at the same time as the incident, who provided medical attention immediately. However, Sanger had succumbed to the injuries sustained during the fall and was pronounced deceased a short time later, police said. The department added that the investigation is ongoing, but the incident 'does appear to be accidental.' A GoFundMe page, started on behalf of her family, described Sanger – who had recently left her career as an Oncology nurse to pursue her passion for wellness – as 'a bright light; a wonderful, selfless mother who has raised four incredible, respectful, responsible kids.' 'She was a friend to all and her smile and kind spirit will be greatly missed. She passed too early- but she left the earth doing what she loved, with the ones she loved.' The post also noted that her husband, Mike Sanger, was the opposite of his wife and enjoyed a 'quiet but very proud life.' Further information on the investigation will be released from the Worcester County District Attorney's Office, the SPD said in a statement that went on to thank other local agencies. 'The Sutton Police Department would like to extend our condolences to the family during this very difficult time.' "There are trails above the chasm you can go along, [and] dangerous overhangs if you're going to the edge to look down," hiker Andy Spears told WCVB. "It's really sad that it had to happen at a place like this." Purgatory Chasm is described online as 'a unique natural landmark offering exciting adventure.' Trails on the reservation include rock formations such as The Corn Crib, The Coffin and Lovers' Leap.
The Independent
24-04-2025
- The Independent
Massachusetts mom hiking with children at ‘Purgatory Chasm' falls 75 feet to her death
A mother-of-four has died after falling 75 feet in an area known as Purgatory Chasm, while hiking with her children. The 49-year-old woman, who was later named as Carrie Sanger, from Topsfield, Massachusetts, was out with three of her children when the tragic accident occurred on Wednesday. Sutton Police Department said it received a 911 call at around 2 p.m. reporting that Sanger had fallen approximately 50-75 feet on the state reservation. Multiple medical professionals were reportedly hiking the Chasm at the same time as the incident, who provided medical attention immediately. However, Sanger had succumbed to the injuries sustained during the fall and was pronounced deceased a short time later, police said. The department added that the investigation is ongoing, but the incident 'does appear to be accidental.' A GoFundMe page, started on behalf of her family, described Sanger – who had recently left her career as an Oncology nurse to pursue her passion for wellness – as 'a bright light; a wonderful, selfless mother who has raised four incredible, respectful, responsible kids.' 'She was a friend to all and her smile and kind spirit will be greatly missed. She passed too early- but she left the earth doing what she loved, with the ones she loved.' The post also noted that her husband, Mike Sanger, was the opposite of his wife and enjoyed a 'quiet but very proud life.' Further information on the investigation will be released from the Worcester County District Attorney 's Office, the SPD said in a statement that went on to thank other local agencies. 'The Sutton Police Department would like to extend our condolences to the family during this very difficult time.' "There are trails above the chasm you can go along, [and] dangerous overhangs if you're going to the edge to look down," hiker Andy Spears told WCVB. "It's really sad that it had to happen at a place like this." Purgatory Chasm is described online as 'a unique natural landmark offering exciting adventure.' Trails on the reservation include rock formations such as The Corn Crib, The Coffin and Lovers' Leap.
