'She is a survivor': Squamish runner missing on the Matterhorn
Search and rescue operations have been suspended for Kalie McCrystal, a Canadian mountain runner who went missing while attempting to traverse the Matterhorn. Friends and family remain hopeful for the elite athlete despite the lack of progress in the search.
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The disappearance of a high-profile athlete in a dangerous alpine environment highlights the inherent risks of extreme mountain sports.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr 'She is a survivor': Squamish mountain runner missing on the Matterhorn Kalie McCrystal hasn't been seen since Tuesday, when she was heading for the peak of the famed Matterhorn mountain in the Alps.
Join the conversation A clear view of the spectacular Matterhorn isn't guaranteed, especially if your Zermatt visit is a quick one. (photo: Gretchen Strauch). PST Article content Friends and family are holding out hope after the search for Kalie McCrystal, a competitive mountain runner and lawyer from Squamish, was suspended after responders scouring a peak in the Swiss Alps could find no trace of her.
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McCrystal, 37, has been missing since Tuesday after disappearing while training for a record attempt at traversing the famed Matterhorn mountain that sits on the Swiss-Italian border.
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