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fatal fall Highlands Serious incident
Ben Hope, Sutherland
Two hillwalkers died after falling on Ben Hope in Sutherland. Their bodies were discovered by a Coastguard helicopter crew on the north-west side of the mountain after concerns were raised on Tuesday afternoon. Multiple mountain rescue teams, police, and emergency services were involved in the search and recovery operation.
Outcome: two fatalities, bodies recovered
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