A 28-year-old man has died following a skateboarding accident last Sunday.

“The Yukon Coroner’s Service confirms that a Whitehorse man has died as the result of a fall while riding a skateboard,” the office said in a statement Wednesday afternoon.

Robert Thompson was found injured on Hamilton Boulevard just before 6 a.m. Sunday. He was taken to Whitehorse General Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 6:19 a.m.

“It appeared that Mr. Thompson had been riding eastward on his skateboard on a downhill stretch towards the Alaska Highway when he lost control,” the coroner’s office said. 

“He was not wearing any protective gear, and an autopsy has confirmed that he suffered a fatal head injury.” 

The news release added, “As per the Canada Safety Council recommendations, Yukon Coroner’s Services encourages the use of full protective gear, including a helmet, wrist guards, gloves, knee and elbow pads along with protective clothing for any skateboarding activity.

“The Yukon Coroner’s Service continues our investigation with the assistance of the RCMP’s Whitehorse detachment. 

“We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Thompson.”