JOSHUA CHERUIYOT’S BODY TO REMAIN ON MT EVEREST, FAMILY CONFIRMS

The family of the late mountaineer Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui has decided that his body will remain on Mt. Everest. Cheruiyot died while on a mission to summit Mt Everest without supplementary oxygen. 

“Following the death of Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui on Mt Everest on May 22, 2024, the family has made the difficult decision to let his body remain on Mt Everest. This decision was made after extensive consultations and careful consideration of all circumstances,” the family statement read.

The family concluded that retrieving his body, which lies 48 meters from the summit (8,848 meters), would pose significant risks to any rescue team.

“Retrieving his body from that high up would be risky for the rescue team, the family does not wish to endanger any life. Cheruiyot had a profound love for the mountains, and they loved him in return. We find solace in knowing he rests in his happy place.”Joshua had a profound love for the mountains, and the family takes solace in knowing he rests in the place he cherished most.”

However, the family has announced that there will be memorial services held in both Nairobi and Chepterit village.