Los Angeles Man Dies in Skiing Incident at Northstar Ski Resort

Authorities investigating fatal accident on the slopes

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A 26-year-old man from Los Angeles was killed in a skiing incident at Northstar Ski Resort in Placer County, California last week. The Placer County Sheriff's Office Coroner Unit responded to the fatal accident, but no further details about the incident have been released.

Why it matters

Skiing accidents, while rare, can have tragic consequences. This incident highlights the need for skiers to exercise caution and follow safety protocols on the slopes, especially at popular destinations like Northstar Ski Resort.

The details

According to the Placer County Sheriff's Office, the fatal skiing incident occurred on February 6th at Northstar Ski Resort. The victim was identified as 26-year-old Nicholas Kenworthy of Los Angeles. Kenworthy was pronounced dead at the scene prior to the arrival of the Placer County Coroner Unit. No other details about the circumstances of the accident have been released by authorities.

  • The fatal skiing incident occurred on February 6, 2026 at Northstar Ski Resort.

The players

Nicholas Kenworthy

A 26-year-old man from Los Angeles who was killed in a skiing incident at Northstar Ski Resort.

Placer County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to and is investigating the fatal skiing accident at Northstar Ski Resort.

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What’s next

The Placer County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal skiing incident.

The takeaway

This tragic accident serves as a reminder for all skiers to prioritize safety and exercise caution while on the slopes, even at well-known and popular ski resorts.