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Rock climber rescued, airlifted after fall in American Fork Canyon

Rock climber rescued, airlifted after fall in American Fork Canyon
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UTAH COUNTY, Utah — A rock climber was airlifted out of American Fork Canyon after falling 20 feet near Little Mill on Wednesday night.

A group of climbers was in the canyon when a 37-year-old male collided with another person, causing them to fall.

Video below shows crews rescuing climber after fall in American Fork Canyon:

Climber rescued from American Fork Canyon

Utah County Search and Rescue crews responded and transported the man to a waiting ambulance via Department of Public Safety helicopter. The man's injuries and current condition are not known.