A seventy-year-old man died from injuries after a fall from the ridge of Mount Besseggen in Oppland County. The tragedy happened last Thursday. Police officers explain the circumstances that led to the fall. Initially, the wind factor, which was not strong that day, is initially excluded.
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Death in the mountains
Norwegian police were notified of the accident on Thursday at 11:30. After the arrival of the services, a seventy-year-old boy was found dead, who fell from the ridge of Mount Besseggen. The skull trauma, which the man hit against a stone during a fall into a nearly 10-meter chasm, most likely contributed to his death. A rescue helicopter was called to the scene and transported the tourist to a nearby hospital. However, the extent of the injuries did not allow the doctors to save his life.
Nobody saw anything
According to Jo Oien of the local police, it is difficult to establish the circumstances of the accident because there are no eyewitnesses who saw the moment of the fall. The wind factor, which was not strong that day, is initially ruled out. It is not known whether the man made a mistake with the paperclip or whether he was pushed into the abyss. Officers determine how the accident happened, but there is a concern that the proceedings will be discontinued due to the lack of evidence and witnesses.
Besseggen is a popular destination
Mount Besseggen in Oppland is a popular climbing spot. Every year, the route is traveled by over 60 tourists. They are tempted by the relatively easy entry and views - the top of the mountain rises 1743 meters above sea level. There are two lakes at its feet - Gjende and Bessvatnet.
