Zaynab Joseph : Tragic Fall: Toledo Woman Dies on Bear Mountain, AZ

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Tragic news from Sedona, Arizona as a woman from Toledo fell down a 140-foot cliff on Bear Mountain while hiking with her husband and 10-month-old child. Despite efforts from hikers who discovered her injuries, the 40-year-old victim, Zaynab Joseph, sadly passed away. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office responded with Search and Rescue teams, along with a DPS Ranger helicopter, to assist in the recovery. The incident is currently under investigation, and anyone with information is urged to contact YCSO. Joseph will be laid to rest in Toledo. Stay updated with the latest local news and weather on 13abc.

The Tragic Incident in Sedona, Arizona

Last week, a heartbreaking incident occurred in the picturesque town of Sedona, Arizona. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distressing report that a woman from Toledo had fallen down a 140-foot cliff on Bear Mountain while hiking with her husband and 10-month-old child.

Discovery of the Injured Woman

A group of hikers who were passing by heard cries for help and rushed to the scene to investigate. To their horror, they found a woman, later identified as 40-year-old Zaynab Joseph from Toledo, seriously injured after the fall. Despite their efforts to save her, Joseph tragically passed away shortly after.

Response and Recovery Efforts

Sedona Fire Department was the first to arrive at the scene and confirmed Joseph’s untimely death. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deployed Search and Rescue (SAR) teams, along with a DPS Ranger helicopter, to assist in the recovery operation. The husband and child were safely airlifted off the mountain, while Joseph’s body was retrieved with the help of the DPS Ranger and dedicated SAR volunteers.

Investigation and Appeal for Information

The family, who was staying in an Airbnb rental in Sedona, is now grappling with the loss of their loved one. YCSO is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and is urging anyone with information or who may have witnessed the tragedy to come forward. Witnesses are encouraged to contact Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office at 928-771-3260.

Final Farewell

Zaynab Joseph will be laid to rest in Toledo on Wednesday, as family and friends mourn the loss of a cherished member of their community. The tragic incident has left a deep impact on all those involved and serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that can accompany outdoor activities.

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