Horror on LA’s most popular hiking trail as helicopters airlift man in grave condition

Horror on LA’s most popular hiking trail as helicopters airlift man in grave condition



A California hiker in grave condition was rescued Sunday morning from a trail in the Hollywood Hills and airlifted to a nearby hospital. 

The Los Angeles Fire Department airlifted a hiker in his 40s off a trail early Sunday morning. CITIZEN
LAFD told The Post CPR was performed on the man before he was transported to a local hospital. CITIZEN

The incident happened around 9am near 1900 North Runyon Canyon Road in the Runyon Canyon Park area, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. 

The 40-year-old man received medical care before the LAFD Air Operations and Rescue Helicopter performed a hoist operation to receive further medical attention at a local hospital. 

The incident happened on a trail in the Hollywood Hills. GC Images
The Hollywood Hills is a popular hiking destination in California. Getty Images

LAFD officials told The Post that CPR was performed on the man, however, his current status is unknown. 

Approximately 32 LAFD personnel were assigned to the invited, authorities confirmed. 

No additional information about what led to the incident has been released.



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