January 23rd 2024.
A tragic accident has claimed the life of a British hiker who was exploring the beautiful Canary Islands with his wife. The 53-year-old man went missing on Monday while hiking near Gran Canaria's second-highest summit, Pico de Las Nieves. His wife immediately raised the alarm and a search began, but unfortunately, the lack of light forced them to call it off at 8pm.
The search resumed the following morning with the help of an emergency and rescue helicopter. After hours of searching, the man's body was discovered in a difficult-to-access area and was recovered at around 5pm. It was a devastating end to what was supposed to be a wonderful holiday for the couple.
An investigation into the man's death is still ongoing, but initial reports from police sources suggest that it was a tragic accident. It is believed that he may have lost his footing and fallen while hiking the Picos de la Nieves mountain. The local emergency services co-ordination centre confirmed that the body was found by a rescue helicopter and was later evacuated to a nearby car park for further investigation by the Civil Guard.
The man's wife had reported him missing at around 5pm on Monday, stating that he had gone for a walk from the lookout at Pico de las Nieves and had not returned. The search operation was launched immediately and continued into the next day. It is believed that the couple was on holiday in the area, although this has not yet been confirmed.
Pico de Las Nieves is a popular destination for hikers, easily accessible by car, bike, or foot. It was once considered the highest peak in Gran Canaria until it was discovered that another mountain next to it, called Morro de la Agujereada, was 19 feet taller. It is a beautiful and scenic location, but this tragedy serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and caution while exploring the great outdoors. Our thoughts go out to the victim's family and friends during this difficult time.
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