Bodies Recovered on Yr Wyddfa
The bodies of two men have been recovered on Yr Wyddfa, also known as Snowdon, following reports of their disappearance.
Mountain rescue teams and HM Coastguard crews were mobilised to assist in the search after concerns were raised regarding the welfare of the two men, aged 19 and 20, on Wednesday.
North Wales Police confirmed that the bodies were found on Thursday. Both individuals have been formally identified, and their families have been informed. The coroner has also been notified.
The police have requested that the privacy of the families be respected during this difficult period.
Search Efforts and Statements
Jurgen Dissmann, chairman of Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team, expressed condolences and provided details about the search operation.
"I would like to extend our most heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the two men who have tragically lost their lives.
"The team were tasked by North Wales Police and launched an extensive multi-agency operation in full winter conditions."
Dissmann described the challenging conditions faced by volunteers during the search.
"The team searched across challenging mountain terrain in snow and ice, working long hours through the night in difficult weather to try and find the pair.
"Despite the determined and sustained commitment of everyone involved, we are deeply saddened that, despite all efforts, the outcome was not what we had hoped for."
In addition to the Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team, the Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team and the RAF Mountain Rescue Team were also involved in the search operation.
