On Aug. 5, 2024, Rocky Mountain House RCMP were advised of an overdue 55-year-old hiker in the Nordegg backcountry. The hiker's vehicle was quickly located in the Coral Creek staging area.
On Aug. 6, 2024, RCMP, supported by Rocky Mountain House Search and Rescue (SAR) and Kananaskis Emergency Services began an exhaustive search of the area utilizing volunteers and helicopters.
On Aug. 8, 2024, the missing hiker was located deceased in Coral Creek by (SAR) volunteers, and a helicopter crew approximately 12 kilometers from where his vehicle was located. The deceased was transported out of the area and taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The cause of the hiker's death does not appear suspicious.
RCMP express our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
RCMP wish to express our thanks to the volunteers of Alberta Search and Rescue for their time and professionalism during this search.