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Climber, 22, dies after falling from Ben Nevis

A man has died after falling from Ben Nevis.

The 22-year-old and another climber both fell from Scotland’s highest mountain on Saturday, sparking a rescue operation during challenging weather conditions.

Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team found the second man – a 30-year-old – on Saturday night and he was taken to Raigmore Hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries.

Rescuers found the 22-year-old’s body on Sunday morning after the search resumed.

Lochaber Mountain Rescue said the second climber had managed to move further down the hill.

In a statement on social media, the group said: “Due to some very challenging weather conditions, combined with hazardous ground, the team returned Sunday morning to recover the other casualty who was sadly deceased.

“We send our deepest condolences to the family, and would like to offer thanks to the crew of Coastguard Rescue Helicopter R151 and members of Police Scotland MRT North Division.”

A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed that the 22-year-old’s family were aware of his death.


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