An elderly man died at noon this Saturday in a tragic accident near Canejan in the Vall d’Aran. He was not taking part in the hunting activity but happened to be in the area where the incident occurred, an area associated with the event known locally as Hèisha Barrada in Canejan.
Emergency crews responded immediately. A rescue helicopter joined a Mountain Rescue team from Aran Firefighters, alongside a police patrol composed of Environment and Mossos d’Esquadra officers. The coordinated response was organized under the oversight of the Conselh Generau d’Aran, the Vall d’Aran’s governing body, which confirmed the sequence of events and the actions taken in the aftermath.
The incident is under active investigation by Catalan police authorities who are working to establish all circumstances surrounding the shooting. However, early indications point to an accidental discharge during the course of the hunt, with investigators meticulously reviewing evidence at the scene and interviewing witnesses to determine how the tragedy unfolded.
Officials emphasized that the safety protocols surrounding hunting areas were being examined to prevent similar occurrences in the future. They noted that even when a hunter is responsible for an accident, factors such as proximity, visibility, and adherence to safety procedures must be thoroughly considered to understand how such a breach could happen and what measures can be put in place to minimize risk for bystanders in the future.
Community leaders and emergency services alike expressed their condolences to the family involved and reiterated the importance of safety education for all residents and visitors who might be in rural or mountainous regions during hunting seasons. The authorities have pledged to share further updates as the investigation progresses and more details become available. Source: Mossos d’Esquadra.