Overview

• Miller had just topped out on El Capitan on Wednesday and fell while rappelling to recover equipment, according to reports.
• Photographer Tom Evans, who watched the incident, said the haul bags were set too low, the rope was too short, and no end block was in place.
• His mother confirmed his death in a Facebook post.
• Multiple outlets report the fall was filmed and streamed live on TikTok, with one account citing roughly 500 viewers.
• The 23-year-old had gained attention for a ropeless solo of Denali, and French press report this is the park’s third recorded death this year.