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Mountaineer who left girlfriend to die on Austria's highest mountain appears in court

2026-02-18 17:34:01Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Mountaineer who left girlfriend to die on Austria's highest mountain
Kerstin G

A year after the tragic death of 33-year-old Kerstin G from hypothermia on the Grossglockner mountain, the highest in Austria, her boyfriend, Thomas P, is facing a trial on charges of manslaughter.

Prosecutors in Innsbruck claim that he, as the most experienced climber and planner of the climb, had a responsibility as a “tour guide.” They say he made several serious mistakes: he set off late, did not take enough emergency equipment, allowed the use of unsuitable equipment, and did not retreat despite extreme conditions (winds of up to 74 km/h and temperatures that felt like -20°C). They also say he delayed calling for help and left his partner alone near the summit in the early hours of the morning.

The defense, represented by attorney Kurt Jelinek, denies the charges, calling the incident a "tragic accident." According to him, the couple had planned the climb together, were prepared, and were in good physical condition.

He claims that the woman suddenly became exhausted and that the defendant sought help as soon as the situation worsened.

The case has sparked widespread debate in Austria and the international alpine community, as it touches on the boundary between personal judgment in mountain sports and criminal liability.

If found guilty, Thomas P faces up to three years in prison, and such a decision could set a precedent for how climbers hold each other accountable in the future.


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