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Climber dies in North Cheyenne Cañon

Climber dies in North Cheyenne Canyon

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- One rock climber has died after an incident in North Cheyenne Cañon Monday morning, according to the Colorado Springs Fire Department.

Two climbers were on a rocky area near Helen Hunt Falls Monday morning, and the Colorado Springs Fire Department's high-angle rescue team was called to help at about 10 a.m. According to CSFD, the rescue operation was taking place about 200 feet up.

Later Monday, CSFD confirmed that one of the climbers died from injuries sustained during the incident. The victim hasn't been identified yet.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.

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