Fatal rock climbing accident confirmed at Seneca Rocks
SENECA ROCKS, W.Va. (WBOY) — The Pendleton County 911 Facebook page has confirmed that a fatal rock climbing accident took place at Seneca Rocks over the weekend. Information is limited, but the post by Pendleton County Office of Emergency Management states that the incident occurred on Saturday, July 11, at around 2:25 p.m. The accident took place on the east, or back side, face of the rocks. How the accident happened and the identity of the victim have not been released at this time. The post added that "numerous" officials and agencies were involved in the recovery process, and that officials' thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the victim. This is a developing story. Stick with 12 News for the latest updates.
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