Hiker falls near summit of NY’s highest peak, refuses to move until rescuers arrive
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4:31 PM · 1 min read
A hiker from Schenectady had nearly reached the summit of Mount Marcy on October 20 when they fell and refused to get up. Instead, the hiker texted 911 for help.