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Jun. 24, 2009
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Las Vegas Boy Scout dies while hiking in Arizona

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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- A 15-year-old Boy Scout from Las Vegas died after he collapsed while hiking in West Clear Creek Canyon south of Flagstaff.

It happened Saturday morning. The Coconino County sheriff's office says the teen, William "Willie" Smith, was hiking with two other Scouts and two Scout leaders when he jumped 2 to 3 feet off of a boulder and landed on his feet. He then looked back at another Scout and collapsed.

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    • One of the Scout leaders called 911 while the rest of the group performed CPR. Smith was dead when emergency responders arrived.

    The cause of death has not been determined, but sheriff's spokesman Gerry Blair says detectives do not suspect foul play.

    "He appeared to be in good health, and as far as we were told, he just had a medical emergency," said Phil Bevins, a Las Vegas Boy Scouts spokesman. "If I said anything else it would be speculative."

    Smith's body has been taken to the Coconino County Medical Examiner's Office, where an autopsy will be performed this week.

    Smith had recently completed his freshman year at Desert Pines High School.

    The Review-Journal contributed to this report.

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    Ladi wrote on August 05, 2009 02:52 PM: Im going to miss you Will, you were a very good friend, I remember old times like if there were yesterday. Just remember we are all down here thinking about you. R.I.P Big Will


    John F wrote on June 24, 2009 05:26 PM: Woozie, you are absolutely the most sickening individual I have ever seen post here.
    My heartfelt sympathy to this family and to the Scouts. we will all mourn this loss.


    Woozie wrote on June 24, 2009 03:41 PM: Come on Republicans----
    Why dont you blame Obama for this, too?


    Sean wrote on June 24, 2009 08:27 AM: Will was a tremendous kid and a phenomenal human being. He had a great future ahead of him. He was a kind and thoughtful student who was liked by everyone in the Desert Pines High School community. He was a friend to everyone and his large stature belied his gentle spirit. Hearing of his passing was like a kick in the stomach. He was one of those special kids that you never forget. His spirit will live on in each of us that were lucky enough to know Will.


    MM wrote on June 24, 2009 07:44 AM: TO THE FAMILY, I'M VERY SORRY


    Alan wrote on June 24, 2009 06:31 AM: Our Prayers and condolence to the Family.