Nevada girl, 7, killed in Lake Tahoe ski resort boulder accident: police

A tragic incident occurred at the Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline Village, Nevada, where a 7-year-old girl, Adelyn Grimes, lost her life after being struck by a falling boulder. The young girl, hailing from Reno, Nevada, was identified by the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office.

The heartbreaking news was shared by Adelyn’s aunt, Sabina Grimes, who expressed the family’s deep sorrow and grief over the unexpected loss of their beloved daughter. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the family during this difficult time.

Medical services were alerted to the incident at the ski resort, which was described as a “non-skiing accident involving a child.” Despite the efforts of the Diamond Peak Ski Patrol and emergency medical team, Adelyn succumbed to her injuries. The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office later confirmed that her cause of death was ruled as accidental, resulting from blunt force injuries to her neck and chest.

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the incident, which has been described as a tragic and non-skiing accident. They have stated that there is no foul play suspected in the case.

Adelyn was a member of the Sugar Bowl race team, competing in an under-12 skiing championship at the resort. The entire Diamond Peak Ski Resort community has been deeply affected by the tragedy, with counseling and support services being made available to staff impacted by the incident.

This devastating loss serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of safety measures in outdoor activities. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Adelyn’s family and loved ones during this challenging time.