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June 16, 2015

Press Release from Rafter Fatality on Gunnison River

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A fatality occurred yesterday on the Gunnison River.  Below is the press release from the Gunnison County Sherriff’s Office.  Exercise caution around the water.  The rivers are very high.  Our thoughts go out to the friends and family of the deceased.  

Gunnison County Sherriff’s Office

510 Bidwell, Gunnison Colorado 81230

 

Press Release

On 6-15-15 Gunnison County Communications was notified of a missing rafter in the Gunnison River. Swift Water Rescue, Gunnison area law enforcement and EMS responded to the situation.

After an extensive Air, Land, and Water search for the 54 year old female, she was recovered from the river and taken to the Gunnison Valley Hospital where she later passed away.



About the Author

1. Ed Dujardin
After moving out west for college, Ed took summer school so he could spend winters in Crested Butte. These days, he coaches the Western State Colorado University Freeride Team, and spends as much time as he can fishing the incredible rivers of the area.




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