Authorities in northeastern Alabama said a 70-year-old man fell to his death at a popular waterfall park.
The man’s name hasn’t been released. DeKalb County Coroner Tom Wilson told AL.com that the man fell from a ledge at High Falls Park in Grove Oak on Saturday afternoon. He fell an estimated 40 to 60 feet (12 to 18 meters).
Rescue crews worked for hours to retrieve the body from the water.
High Falls Park is located in DeKalb County near Guntersville Lake, roughly 35 miles (55 kilometers) southeast of Huntsville. The park is known for its waterfall, a swimming area and hiking trails.
Copyright 2024 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Topics Alabama
Was this article valuable?
Here are more articles you may enjoy.
Progressive Q2 Net Income Skyrockets Over 320% 
Insurers Settle With Hotel in Case of Woman Videotaped in the Shower 
Travelers Reverses Q2 Income Loss, Narrows Underwriting Loss 
AIG Files Amended Suit Against Former Execs, Dellwood Insurance 
