Investigation Underway Following Discovery of 23-Year-Old's Body Near Avoriaz Ski Resort
A British skier, 23 years old, was discovered deceased at the base of a cliff close to the Avoriaz ski resort in the French Alps.
Local authorities confirmed the body was located on Monday, February 17, near the town of Morzine, which is situated in the Portes du Soleil ski area.
The identity of the skier has not been publicly disclosed as formal identification procedures are ongoing.
The French local prosecutor, Xavier Goux-Thiercelin, provided confirmation of the incident on Friday as details surrounding the death began to emerge.
Reports suggest that the individual may have fallen from the cliff on the night of February 16, although the exact circumstances remain unclear.
Authorities from the Montriond and Avoriaz police forces are leading an investigation to investigate the conditions surrounding the death.
The findings of this inquiry will be crucial in determining how the skier fell and the circumstances that led to the tragedy.
A spokesperson for the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office stated that they are providing support to the deceased's family and that they are in communication with local officials regarding the situation.