Missing Skier Found Deceased at Northstar 

February 20, 2026 – Placer County Sheriff’s Office officials report that at around 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, deputies received a report of a possible missing person. They immediately began investigating and located the vehicle of the missing 21-year-old man in the Northstar parking lot. Based on the investigation, it was determined he had gone skiing and did not return as expected.

Our Placer County Office of Emergency Management lieutenant quickly coordinated resources to support search efforts. The Tahoe Nordic Search & Rescue Team Inc was activated early Thursday morning, deploying 15 skiers, a snowcat, and two snowmobilers to search the area, with Northstar Ski Patrol members also assisting in the effort.

At about 9:00 a.m. on Thursday morning, the search team sadly located the man deceased. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.

Source & photo: Placer County Sheriff’s Office