Summary
An Austrian climber named Thomas P was found guilty of manslaughter after his girlfriend, Kerstin G, died of hypothermia on a mountain in Austria. The court ruled that Thomas P, who was more experienced, should have acted to ensure her safety.
Key Facts
- An Austrian climber known as Thomas P was convicted of gross negligent manslaughter.
- His girlfriend, Kerstin G, died from hypothermia on the Grossglockner mountain in Austria.
- The court said Thomas P should have turned back when Kerstin G began to struggle.
- Thomas P continued to climb and later left her to get help.
- He received a five-month suspended sentence and a fine of $11,280.
- The court considered his clean record and personal loss as mitigating factors.
- Public discussions on social media were noted as being negative for Thomas P.
