The haul rope on the Sea to Sky Gondola outside Vancouver was deliberately cut, according to a Technical Safety BC released Wednesday.

The technical investigation report says there were no defects with the haul rope or its design that contributed to the collapse of approximately 30 gondola cabins on Aug. 10 in Squamish.

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As a result, the gondola cabins fell to the ground and many were damaged beyond repair.

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President and CEO Catherine Roome said the independent, self-funded organization is now working closely with RCMP to support their ongoing criminal investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to call the RCMP香蕉视频直播檚 dedicated tip line at 604-892-6122.

To provide a tip anonymously, call BC Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

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