Summary
The bodies of two young men, Jayden Long and Eddie Hill, were found on a ridge near the summit of Snowdon, Wales' highest mountain, after being reported missing. An inquest has begun to determine the cause of their deaths, with a post-mortem examination planned. Local mountain rescue teams searched in challenging conditions but were unable to save them.
Key Facts
- Jayden Long, 19, and Eddie Hill, 20, were the two walkers found dead.
- They were reported missing while walking in the Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) area in Wales.
- Their bodies were found on the Crib y Ddysgl ridge, between Crib Goch and the summit.
- Llanberis Mountain Rescue, along with other teams, conducted an extensive search.
- A post-mortem examination has been requested to find out the cause of death.
- There is suspicion of unnatural causes, warranting a full inquest.
- An online fundraising appeal raised over £12,000 for the Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team in memory of the men.
- Crib y Ddysgl is a challenging route that is not safe for inexperienced climbers.
