A devastating accident on Friday evening resulted in the death of Kristin Little, a 39-year-old resident of Prescott, Arizona. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) confirmed that Little’s vehicle plummeted nearly 1,000 feet off a cliff in the Thumb Butte area, located southwest of Prescott and roughly two miles from Copper Basin Road. The incident has left the community in shock and mourning as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances that led to this heartbreaking tragedy.
According to the YCSO, deputies were alerted to the scene after receiving alarming reports of a vehicle that had fallen from a considerable height. Upon arrival at approximately 5 p.m., they discovered the vehicle had plunged down a steep mountainside. Kristin Little was tragically found deceased at the scene, having been ejected from her car as it fell approximately 500 feet down the cliff. The impact of the fall was catastrophic, leaving no chance for survival.
In response to this tragic event, the YCSO quickly mobilized resources to conduct a thorough search and investigation of the area. Drones and a helicopter from the Arizona Department of Public Safety were deployed to ensure there were no additional victims and to gather further details about the accident. Thankfully, no other individuals were found, confirming that Little was the sole occupant of the vehicle at the time of the crash.
The difficult terrain and the onset of darkness on Friday evening posed significant challenges to the recovery operation. Given these conditions, YCSO officials made the decision to delay the retrieval of Little’s body until the following day, when daylight would provide better visibility and ensure the safety of the recovery team. Throughout the night, YCSO personnel remained at the site to secure the area and prepare for the recovery mission.
On Saturday, just before noon, YCSO teams successfully recovered Kristin Little’s body from the rugged mountainside. Her remains were carefully transported to the medical examiner’s office, where further examination will be conducted. The respectful and meticulous handling of the recovery process underscores the gravity of the situation and the commitment of YCSO personnel to managing the operation with the utmost care.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the accident occurred as Kristin Little was driving north on Thumb Butte Road. It appears that she swerved to the left, causing her vehicle to veer off the road and tumble down the steep mountainside. However, the exact reasons behind the swerve and what may have led to the tragic accident are still under investigation. Authorities are diligently working to reconstruct the events leading up to the crash to provide clarity and closure to Little’s grieving family and friends.
The loss of Kristin Little has deeply impacted the Prescott community, where she was a beloved member. Family and friends are grappling with the sudden and tragic nature of her death, as they await further details from the ongoing investigation. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has expressed its commitment to uncovering the truth behind the accident and ensuring that all necessary information is gathered to provide answers to those affected by this devastating incident.
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As the investigation continues, the Prescott community mourns the loss of Kristin Little, a life tragically cut short. The YCSO is dedicated to supporting the family during this difficult time and will continue to work tirelessly to bring closure to this heartbreaking case.