Investigation underway after climber fatally falls into Sedona cave

An investigation is underway after a man died Saturday from injuries sustained in a fall at a cave in Sedona, authorities said.

According to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, officers responded to a call around 1:30 p.m. about a climber who fell inside Keyhole Cave, near Sugarloaf Trailhead. 

Upon arrival, officers found a man in his 50’s who had fallen while “rappelling” to the cave floor. Another climber attempted life-saving efforts, but the man died.

No foul play was suspected in the incident, authorities said.

The man’s fall remains under investigation.

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