A tragic accident occurred on Sunday (September 7) when a car driven by Steven (Drew) Bradley, a 27-year-old from Federal Heights, Colorado, went over the rim of the Grand Canyon near the South Kaibab Trailhead. The vehicle plunged approximately 300 feet, resulting in Bradley’s death.
Park rangers were alerted to the incident around 12:40 p.m. and responded immediately to recover the body, which was transported to the rim by helicopter and then transferred to the Coconino County Medical Examiner’s Office, according to the National Park Service (NPS). The NPS is conducting an investigation into the cause of the accident in coordination with the medical examiner’s office.
The incident has raised questions about what led the vehicle to go over the rim, but no additional details have been released.
The tragic event serves as a reminder of the potential dangers present in national parks. Visitors are encouraged to exercise caution and remain aware of their surroundings. Anyone struggling with mental health issues is urged to seek help by calling or texting the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for free, confidential support available 24/7.
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