An Irish teenager is alleged to have fled the scene of a skiing accident in Austria that resulted in the death of a 49-year-old man. The incident occurred on the renowned Schmittenhöhe slope, a popular ski destination known for its extensive 77km of slopes.
Following the tragic collision on the Hirschkogel ski slope around 3pm, the man succumbed to his injuries at the scene while witnesses reported that the teenager left the site after the accident. The teenager, a 14-year-old from Ireland, voluntarily turned himself in to the authorities the next day.
According to a police spokesperson, the teenager’s family learned about the man’s death through media reports and promptly informed the police of his involvement. The teenager, who was vacationing with his family, was interviewed by the police and provided a statement at the station. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are yet to determine the course of action.
An autopsy has been ordered by the public prosecutor’s office to ascertain the cause of the man’s death. The Department of Foreign Affairs has stated its readiness to offer consular assistance to any Irish citizens in need.
