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Arizona Hiker's Tragic Fall Leaves Mom Devastated
8 Jun
Summary
- A 31-year-old man died after a 40-foot fall on South Mountain.
- His mother is heartbroken, struggling to cope with his sudden death.
- Loved ones created a GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses.
A devastating hiking accident on South Mountain in Arizona resulted in the death of 31-year-old Gilbert Ortiz. He fell 40 feet while hiking with his half-brother, sustaining critical injuries. Ortiz was transported to a hospital but later passed away.
His mother, Maria Ortiz, who resides in Oregon, shared her profound grief and struggle to cope with the loss of her son. Gilbert, who had worked in auto tech for over a decade, was planning a career change into cybersecurity and a move back to his home in the Pacific Northwest.
Rescue crews were dispatched to the Mormon trail on South Mountain after receiving reports of an injured hiker. Despite their efforts, Ortiz succumbed to his injuries. An investigation into the exact cause of the fall is ongoing. Loved ones have initiated a GoFundMe to help bring his body home and cover memorial expenses.
