Colorado Skier Dallas LeBeau Dead at 21 After High Risk Stunt

The Colorado ski community is mourning one of their own.

A man died from his injuries after attempting a 40-foot jump over Berthoud Pass in Centennial’s Gilpin County on April 9, the Grand County Sheriff’s Office said. in a statement to E! News. The man, who was identified as Dallas LeBeauwas 21 years old.

According to authorities, they received a 911 call around 3 p.m. on the afternoon of April 9, reporting a skiing accident just west of the summit of Berthoud Pass. LeBeau, who was found unconscious and “not breathing,” was given CPR but died at the scene. However, the precise cause of death has not yet been revealed.

The stunt attempted by LeBeau, who was also a ski instructor, was described by authorities as “high risk” and led him to attempt to clear the width of U.S. Highway 40. Police said he “lacked the necessary speed and distance,” which caused him to land on the curb of the highway. They added that the victim was equipped with “a helmet and other protective equipment” when he was found.