A WALKER has tragically died after reportedly falling from a ridge off a UK mountain in front of horrified members of public
Mountain rescue teams were called to reports of the tragic fall in Snowdonia on the the 18 May.
Two off duty team members working in Cwm Cneifion also witnessed the event and helped guide the rescue team and helicopter.
A spokesperson for Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Team said: “The team was called out on Sunday morning after a walker was seen to fall from the ridge. Two off duty team members working inCwm Cneifion also witnessed the fall and acted as spotters to guide in the HM Coastguard rescue helicopter.
“An off duty RAF mountain rescue service member and her climbing partner made their way over to assist the winchman, and a team member was also winched down with a stretcher.
“Sadly, the casualty did not survive their injuries, and they were recovered from the mountain. The thoughts of all involved are with the casualty’s family and friends.”;;
