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Hiker dies after fall at Red Rock Canyon

Las Vegas police said a hiker died after falling 20 to 30 feet at the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area on Thursday afternoon.

Police spokesman Marcus Martin said the man was believed to be 21 years old. His identity was not released.

Martin said the fall was reported at 3:20 p.m. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Martin said the fall occurred somewhere near the Calico overlook.

Contact reporter Antonio Planas at aplanas@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-4638.

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