Students Fall Dead Falling From 121 Meters High In Grand Cup

JAKARTA - The body of Abel Joseph Mejia (20), a North Carolina student who fell from a height of 121 meters in the Grand22 National Park, was found by the evacuation team.

The parkkeeper said it received a report about a visitor who fell from Pipe Creek Vista on Wednesday, July 31.

Mejia is said to have accidentally fallen while near the edge of the hill.

"Abel lost his life yesterday in an accident while visiting the Grand levy," wrote Indiana Bible Col. as reported by CBS News, Friday, August 2.

"He is known for his warm smile and gentle passion, and his departure will be felt by everyone who knows him," the statement continued.

The Turning Point Church said in a post on social media, Mejia was on a mission journey before its fatal fall.

"Please take care of Mejia's family in your prayers!" wrote the church.

According to CBS affiliate, KPHO-TV, Mejia's death has seen the fourth death in the Grand levy in recent months.

Authorities said park staff asked visitors to stay on the designated path and footpath, keep a safe distance of at least 1.8 meters from the edge and stay behind the fence and fence in case of view.