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In a shocking incident on January 1, 2024, 30-year-old Kyler Efinger lost his life during an occupied commercial flight at Salt Lake City International Airport. Efinger, who was on his way to Denver, Colorado to visit his sick grandfather, tragically died after climbing into the engine of a Delta Airlines plane bound for San Francisco.
The incident caused a commotion, with the fire department and Salt Lake City police rushing to the scene to attempt to revive Efinger using CPR and naloxone. Despite their best efforts, Efinger was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to Judd Efinger, Kyler's father, the young man had been experiencing a manic episode on the night of the incident. It has also been reported that Kyler had missed his initial flight due to being held up in security, where he was found breaching the security checkpoint wearing only his socks.
Efinger's personal items, including his clothing and shoes, were found on the runway, suggesting that he had escaped through an emergency exit door. The exact cause of Efinger's death has not yet been released, and investigations into the circumstances are still ongoing.
This tragic event has left Kyler's family, friends, and the wider community in shock. Kyler's father, Judd, spoke to FOX 13 about the incident, expressing his grief and stating that the family believes mental health issues were the main cause of the incident.
The death of Kyler Efinger serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by those struggling with mental health issues and the importance of seeking help. As the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kyler's death continues, our thoughts remain with his family and loved ones.
