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A 29-year-old “experienced” hiker was found dead Monday afternoon in Colorado, according to authorities, who believe he fell.
Patrick Eells of Telluride was found dead from “traumatic injuries suffered from an apparent fall while hiking alone on the Dallas-Gilpin ridge,” the San Miguel County Sheriff’s office said in a statement Monday.
Eells told his girlfriend Sunday he was going to hike from Telluride to Sneffels Highline and possibly even summit Mt. Emma, according to authorities.
Eells was reported missing around 11:00 p.m., Sunday night and authorities launched a search-and-rescue mission Monday morning.
Eells body was found around 2:00 p.m.. (RELATED: Missing Hiker Has One Man’s ‘Very Weird Hobby’ To Thank For Saving His Life)
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Eells who so clearly was in the prime of his life,” Sheriff Bill Masters said.
“We are fortunate to have the expertise and resources available with our staff, volunteers, and regional partners to safely and efficiently accomplish a very difficult and technical mission today,” Masters said.
Sheriff Masters wishes to thank the deputies & SAR volunteers, Mountain Blade Runner, Olathe Spray, & Telluride Airport for their efforts in today’s mission for a missing hiker. “We are fortunate to have the expertise & resources available with our staff, volunteers, and (more) pic.twitter.com/sF3ztci34Q
— San Miguel Sheriff (@SheriffAlert) June 1, 2021
“We were hoping for a better outcome,” he added.