A body found in the vicinity of the Avalanche Trailhead earlier this month has been identified.

PRESS RELEASE: CHAFFEE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Salida, Colorado, March 11, 2020

On March 5, 2020 the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office responded to County Road 306 in the vicinity of the Avalanche Trailhead on a report of deceased male that who was discovered by a passing motorist.

Investigators from the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, Chaffee County Coroner’s Office and CBI all responded and an investigation ensued.

On March 9, 2020 an autopsy was completed and pathologists from the El Paso County determined that the injuries sustained by the male were self- inflicted, consequently the Chaffee County Coroners Office determined that the males cause of death was by manner of suicide.

The male was identified as Christopher D Hoherd, age 43, from Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.

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