HURRICANE — A 15-year-old boy who was hiking with a family member died Sunday night died after falling 200 feet off a cliff, according to Hurricane police.
On Monday, Hurricane Police identified the teen as Pierce J. Adamson of Hurricane.
According to police, Adamson had hiked to the top of the cliff near 1100 South and 100 West and was standing on the summit when the rocks beneath him gave way, causing him to fall. Police described the terrain as rugged and rocky.
The accident remains under investigation, although police said "there are no indicators of anything suspicious involved in this incident."
A statement by Hurricane police said the small community has been rattled by the youth's death.
"The totality of the situation is very devastating, and the impact of his death has rattled our community. Our deepest sympathy to the family, friends and community," the statement said.
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