22-year-old killed in 'horrifying' incident at Yosemite National Park

Published
June 23, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
California
Nevada Fall, Yosemite National Park
Incident type
Drowning, Fall

Summary

Fall Injury California Today in California: A 22-year-old man, identified as Josue Bairesalfaro, was killed after being swept down Nevada Fall, a nearly 600-foot waterfall in Yosemite National Park, on Saturday. According to witnesses, he was with a group of friends when they were dragged by the current on top of Nevada Falls. The Mariposa County Sheriff's Office confirmed his identity and the National Park Service said the incident remains under investigation.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Josue Bairesalfaro Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

22-year-old killed in 'horrifying' incident at Yosemite National Park

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