Elderly hiker dies after falling into Cypress Creek Canyon in West Vancouver

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An elderly hiker has died after falling into Cypress Creek Canyon in West Vancouver.

On Thursday morning, at around 11:35am, the West Vancouver Police and West Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services attended the area of Eagle Lake Access Rd and Cypress Bowl Rd.

The hiker, a male in his 70s, was hiking with a large group when he fell approximately 200 feet into the canyon.

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His body was recovered by West Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services.

“A life was lost today. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the individual.” says Cst. Nicole Braithwaite.

“Our Victim Services Team is working to assist the individuals who witnessed the incident, the family of the deceased male, as well as the members who attended.”

Police are not releasing the man’s name out of respect for his family.

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