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Teen Flees Ski Slope After Fatal Collision
26 Jan
Summary
- A fatal ski collision occurred on Schmittenhöhe, Austria, on Saturday.
- A 49-year-old man died at the scene; a 14-year-old Irish boy fled.
- The teenager reportedly surrendered to police on Sunday.
A fatal skiing accident has cast a shadow over the renowned Schmittenhöhe resort in Austria, claiming the life of a 49-year-old man.
The collision transpired around 3 p.m. on Saturday on the Hirschkogel ski run, reportedly at high speed. Despite immediate efforts, the man succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Eyewitnesses reported that a teenager involved in the crash skied away. Authorities subsequently initiated a search for the youth, who is believed to be a 14-year-old Irish national holidaying with his family.
The teenager reportedly surrendered himself to police in Zell am See on Sunday. While his full identity remains undisclosed, authorities confirmed he is an Irish citizen and not from Northern Ireland.
An autopsy has been ordered to confirm the cause of the 49-year-old's death. The police are continuing their investigation, with the possibility of court proceedings for the 14-year-old.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has stated its readiness to provide consular assistance to any Irish citizens affected.
