February 22nd 2025.
A tragic incident occurred at the popular ski resort of Avoriaz in the French Alps, where a 23-year-old British man lost his life. The unfortunate incident happened on Monday morning and was confirmed by the local prosecutor yesterday. The man, whose identity has not yet been released, was discovered at the bottom of a cliff, sending shockwaves through the skiing community.
According to local sources, the man had been skiing with his friends before attending an après-ski event at the terrace of La Folie Douce, a well-known restaurant in Avoriaz. It is believed that after the event, the man attempted to ski back to his accommodation alone, possibly removing his skis due to difficult conditions. Sadly, it is feared that he fell off the cliff during this attempt. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
The man's friends raised the alarm when he did not return, and a search was immediately launched. After being found, his body was evacuated by helicopter and identified by his family on Tuesday. The resort of Avoriaz, situated 800m above the town of Morzine, has a reputation for being a popular skiing destination. However, it has also been the site of previous accidents, including one in which two young brothers fell off the same cliff face in 2018.
In 2020, a 25-year-old British doctor also lost his life after falling from a cliff in Avoriaz. It is uncertain if it was the same cliff where the recent tragedy occurred. The doctor had been skiing with his family and girlfriend when they lost sight of him. Shortly after, they found him being attended to by doctors on the ground. Sadly, he could not be saved.
Last year, two British men also died in the Portes du Soleil ski area, where Avoriaz is located. One died after ignoring warning signs and skiing on a closed black run, while the other collided with a tree near a blue run. This latest death is another heartbreaking reminder of the dangers of skiing and the importance of taking necessary precautions.
The local police are working closely with the British authorities to determine the cause of the young man's death. The Foreign Office has also offered their support to his family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the loved ones of the British skier who lost his life in this tragic accident. May he rest in peace.
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