French national dies in rock climbing accident in Tasmania’s Sand River
A French national has died in a rock climbing tragedy, plunging 20m from a sandstone cliff in Tasmania.
The 31-year-old was climbing with a friend in Sand River, Buckland when when he lost his grip on Tuesday afternoon.
Police and emergency services were called about 1.20pm.
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It is understood the man had been living in Victoria and was visiting Tasmania at the time.
“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this difficult time,” a police statement reads.
The area where the man was climbing is known as a spot that has much to offer climbers, with an array of easier climbs plus some more suited to those with experience.
Climbing websites warn sandstone on the crag can be brittle when wet.
A report will now be prepared for the Coroner.
