A 22-year-old man from Tempe died Monday after officials say he struck a tree outside a boundary line at Arizona Snowbowl.
Witnesses told deputies with the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office he was initially skiing on the “Upper Ridge” run, which is labeled as a “black diamond” — or the most difficult — terrain.
The agency says the man is believed to have traveled outside a boundary line where he collided with a tree.
Witnesses summoned ski patrol, who then attempted lifesaving efforts. The skier was transported to the closest first-aid station but was ultimately declared dead.
Officials say they are not releasing his name.
The incident remains under investigation by both the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and the county medical examiner’s office.
This story has been updated to reflect details about the skier who died.