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LOGAN, Utah (AP) — Authorities say a man assisting a youth group on a rock climb in Logan Canyon fell and did not survive.
Cache County sheriff's officials say the incident happened Saturday around 9 a.m. at a section of the canyon known as the First Wall.
Deputies say William Hornberger, of Garland, was tying in anchors for a group of young women going climbing when he slipped.
They say the 46-year-old fell 75 feet.
The group called 911.
Hornberger was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.
According to authorities, Hornberger was wearing a helmet and safety gear but he wasn't tied into any anchors.
They say there are no signs of foul play.
His body has been turned over to the State Medical Examiner's Office.
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