Monday, 13. January 2003

Climber falls 800m L I V E S


Inspector Craig Menzies of Grampian Police said: "One climber was swept away and was carried around 800 metres. He came to rest on the surface of the snow. He was not immediately found but did not require to be dug out from the snow.

"It was quite a long way. It is believed he suffered broken ribs and bruising. He’s a lucky man," he added.

¬> scotsman

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