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Authorities Identify 26-Year-Old Skier Killed on Northstar’s Advanced Martis Trail

Officials have not released the cause or circumstances, with the review still underway.

Overview

  • Placer County authorities identified the victim as Nicholas Kenworthy, 26, of Los Angeles.
  • Northstar ski patrol responded to an incident on the advanced Black Diamond Martis Trail on Feb. 6.
  • Patrol performed CPR and transferred care to Truckee Fire crews, who pronounced Kenworthy dead at the resort.
  • Investigators have not detailed how the accident occurred, and the case remains open.
  • Northstar, part of Vail Resorts, issued condolences to Kenworthy’s family and friends.