One Carlsbad canyon may need tighter security, according to local residents.
The trespassing signs and fences surrounding Box Canyon are not keeping local residents out of the canyon, according to Carlsbad residents, who say it is the season for trespassers.
Those trespassers are taking their lives into their own hands by cliff jumping into the debris-filled creek at the bottom of the canyon.
Resident Tere Wilson said in the 30 years she has lived at Sea Point Condos, she has counted three deaths in the canyon.
“We have had children jump to their deaths down here over the years. And it’s very scary," Wilson said.
Carlsbad police told NBC 7 cliff jumpers have died in the canyon.
Lt. Mickey Williams issued a statement saying, "It's a dangerous thing and it's illegal. It's not a huge problem, just really dangerous. During the summer kids do go out more frequently. We have had deaths in the past."
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The Center For Natural Lands Management helps police the area, keeping track of trespassers.
An estimated 350 trespassers during a busy year according to published reports. Violators face fines of up to $250.
“I’m just hoping better enforcement will take place here and try to keep the numbers down,” said Wilson.
Residents like Wilson worry about the concerns of trespassers threatening their safety.
Editor's note: An earlier version of this story misstated the name of the canyon in the headline.
