On July 25, 2019, a Young Woman Drowned Following McCandless’s Path
A 24-year-old woman drowned while attempting to reach the same bus Christopher spent his final days. Veranika Nikanava and, her husband, Piotr Markielau, were crossing Teklanika River when Veranika was swept away by the current. Alaska State Troopers were contacted, but it was unfortunately too late. In a statement, the State Troopers encourage travelers to be prepared for the Alaskan wilderness and its challenging weather, water, and geographical conditions.
