Man walking in Snowdonia dies after falling from mountain

A man has died after falling from the Eryri mountain, Tryfan.

The incident occurred while he was walking with his two brothers on Bank Holiday Monday. He slipped and fell from the Y-Gully section of the 3,000ft mountain.

The Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Service reported that his brothers immediately dialled 999. This led to the dispatch of mountain rescue volunteers and a coastguard helicopter to the scene.

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A spokesperson said: "A group of three brothers had ascended the North Ridge of Tryfan.

"On the descent they strayed too far to the west and ended up in the Y-Gully area. The oldest brother slipped and tumbled down the gully some distance, sustaining significant injuries.", reports North Wales Live.

"His two brothers were unable to descend so called 999 and asked for assistance. Several hill parties were dispatched and [the coastguard helicopter] was tasked to help with the search."

The walkers were found and helped direct team members to the location of the casualty. However, it was "evident" that he had not survived his injuries, according to Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Service.

A spokesperson said: "The casualty was evacuated by stretcher and the two brothers were roped to safe ground before being walked down to the road where they were met by [the Welsh Ambulance Service].

"The thoughts of the team are with the family at this difficult time."

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