The manner of his death remained under investigation, awaiting further test results, the department said in an statement.
The large, slopping area below the crest of Mount Baldy is a popular destination for skiers, climbers and backpackers.
But authorities warned then that heavy snow from weeks of winter storms had made the area treacherous for outdoor recreation.
Several subsequent searches came up empty-handed, including a major sweep conducted days before Sands' remains were ultimately found in the Mount Baldy wilderness area, according to the sheriff's department.
Cellphone signals detected on Sunday, Jan. 15, had showed Sands headed toward the ridge of Mount Baldy, apparently the last indication he was still on the move, the sheriff's department reported then.
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