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Man killed in Colorado mine accident that left 23 others trapped has been identified as a guide who worked there

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Authorities said they are still investigating the cause of Patrick Weier’s death after an elevator malfunctioned at the mine

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Emergency services at the Mollie Kathleen gold mine, October 10, 2024

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“Due to the damage the elevator sustained, we don’t know if that contributed to its failure,” he said.

An additional group of 12 people, who were 300 meters underground, had to be rescued when the elevator failed and waited for about six hours in 50-degree temperatures until the elevator started working again.

“They all swam out very safely, four at a time, so we could get to the surface,” he added. “Everyone is in a good mood, we fed them pizza, that’s what they wanted, so we have good news at the end.”

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