A 7-year-old Nevada girl died after being struck by a falling boulder at a ski resort on Saturday, officials said.
Adelyn Grimes, who hailed from Reno, Nevada, was formally identified by the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office following an incident at Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline Village, which is located just a few miles away from Lake Tahoe.
Sabina Grimes, Adelyn’s aunt, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss in a statement shared on a GoFundMe page, emphasizing that the sudden passing of a child is an incomprehensible tragedy that no one can ever be prepared for. She also mentioned the tremendous grieving of Adelyn’s parents over the heartbreaking loss of their beloved daughter.
They noted that they believe that there is no foul play involved.
People ski at Diamond Peak above Incline Village on April 21, 2024.
The young girl, known affectionately as Addie, was actively involved in the Sugar Bowl race team, participating in an under-12 skiing championship held at the resort, as reported by the Reno Gazette Journal.
“The entire Diamond Peak Ski Resort family has been deeply affected by a tragedy that occurred Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the resort,” the resort said.
Counseling and support services have been made available to staff impacted by the incident.
