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Ellington Man Killed In Vermont Skiing Accident: Report
A report shows that an Ellington man was killed while skiing at a popular Vermont snow sports area earlier this month.
ELLINGTON, CT/LUDLOW, VT — A report shows that an Ellington man was killed while skiing at a popular Vermont snow sports area earlier this month.
The accident took place on Feb. 10 at Okemo Mountain Resort. Christian Hanlon, 39, of Ellington, was found by the Ski Patrol off an intermediate trail near the Jackson Gore area, according to a report. He was transported to the Jackson Gore base patrol station and, after further emergency care and evaluation, was pronounced deceased by the Ludlow Ambulance Service, according to a report.
"Okemo Mountain Resort, Okemo Ski Patrol and the entire Vail Resorts family extend our deepest sympathy and support to our guest’s family and friends," said Doug Pierini, Okemo's vice president and chief operating officer.
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Hanlon was described in his obituary as an avid skier and active church member. He moved to Ellington eight years ago, according to the obituary. (To sign up for free, local breaking news alerts from more than 100 Connecticut communities, click here.)
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