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Canadian among trio of climbers presumed dead on New ZealandÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s tallest peak

Helicopter crew found climbing-related items on the mountain, search expected to be suspended
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In this photo supplied by the New Zealand police, shows the search base at Aoraki/Mount Cook in the South Island of New Zealand, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. Officials in New Zealand says a Canadian is one of three mountain climbers who are believed to have died in a fall on Aoraki, the countryÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s tallest peak. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, NZ Police

Officials in New Zealand says a Canadian is one of three mountain climbers who are believed to have died in a fall on Aoraki, the countryÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s tallest peak.

A state from Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker says a break in the weather Thursday allowed crews to search the mountain.

A helicopter crew found more climbing-related items on the mountain, including a top and energy gels.

Earlier in the week, crews reportedly found a jacket and an ice axe.

The police statement did not confirm if the items belonged to the missing hikers, but authorities are under the impression they do.

The men failed to arrive to meet their prearranged transport after the climb and were reported missing on Monday.

WalkerÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s statement says police have spoken with the menÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s families, and officials are following procedures to suspend an active search.





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