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Skier injured in Lech: Police looking for witnesses after crash!
On April 7, 2025, there was an accident in the Lech-Zürs ski area between a 57-year-old woman and an unknown skier. Witnesses wanted!
Skier injured in Lech: Police looking for witnesses after crash!
On Monday, April 7, 2025, an unfortunate ski accident occurred in the Lech-Zürs ski area. At around 10:10 a.m., a 57-year-old woman was heading towards the valley with a friend when she was hit from behind by an unknown skier while making a right turn. The collision resulted in a fall that left the woman injured. The skier who fled did not stop or leave his data behind, further complicating the situation.
A winter sports enthusiast who happened to be passing by noticed the incident and immediately called the rescue services. The Lech piste rescue service provided first aid and suspected a torn medial ligament in the woman's right knee. Because of the injury, she was given first aid and then transported to Zürs on a skidoo. From there the woman was taken by car to the hospital to receive further medical treatment. The police are looking for witnesses to the accident who can contact the Lech police station on +43 (0)59 133 8104 to receive information. This reports vol.at.
Similar incidents in the ski resort
The incident is not isolated, as there have been similar accidents in the Lech/Zürs ski area in the past. On January 31, 2024, there was a collision in which an 81-year-old skier was affected. Another male skier struck the older man's skis from behind, causing him to fall. The 81-year-old suffered a suspected concussion and an abrasion on his upper lip. This unknown skier also left the scene of the accident without leaving his contact details. The other skier was described as 20 to 25 years old and German-speaking. Witnesses were also asked to contact the Klösterle police station to shed light on the incident Police News reported.
The repeated collisions underline the importance of safety precautions on the slopes. According to the Ski Foundation An increase in accidents at ski resorts has been observed this year, which calls on all winter sports enthusiasts to drive more carefully and pay attention to other skiers. It is particularly important to exchange contacts after an accident in order to be able to provide injured people with appropriate help.
The incidents show that despite the fun that winter sports offer, there is always a certain risk. The safety of skiers should therefore always come first.