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Aonach Beag, near Fort William

A climber died after falling while descending from the summit of Aonach Beag near Fort William on Thursday afternoon. He was rescued by Lochaber Mountain Rescue and a rescue helicopter, but had sustained fatal injuries. His companion, who was uninjured, had managed to contact the rescue team.

Outcome: casualty died of injuries sustained in fall

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