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Skier dies in off piste accident in Tignes

The season worker sadly died after hitting his head on a rock

featured in News & Reviews Author Ellie Mahoney, Tignes Editor Updated

A 27 year old French season worker sadly died yesterday whilst skiing with a group of friends in an off piste sector a the combe de la Petit Balme.

The man apparently fell on a steep slope and hit his head on a rock. Although he was wearing a helmet he unfortunately died on the spot.

An investigation has been launched by the CRS rescue teams.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this tragic time.

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