USU student dies in ski accident

Tyson Lloyd Shoemaker died at Beaver Mountain Ski Resort on Wednesday after he hit a tree while skiing.

The 18-year-old man was a Utah State student in his first year at the school. He was from Washington.

He was skiing on a groomed run when he lost control and veered into a tree. Lieutenant Mike Peterson of the Cache Valley Sheriff’s Office said that he died of blunt force trauma. However, there is further examination being done by the State Medical Examiners Office. Peterson also said the man was wearing a helmet.

“It’s a very unfortunate accident, a very unfortunate circumstance. I’m sure it will have an impact on the USU community,” Peterson said. “It’s a young man, a vibrant young man, a very active young man.”