Five of Six Missing Alpine Skiers Found Dead in Swiss Alps; Search for the Sixth Continues

Switzerland’s police reported on Monday that the bodies of five of six skiers who disappeared over the weekend in the Swiss Alps have been recovered, while authorities persist in the search for the remaining person. The valley police in Valais confirmed that the recovery of the five victims occurred around 9:20 p.m. on Sunday, and they emphasized that the sixth skier had not yet been located. The ongoing search effort continues despite challenging weather and ongoing snowfall in the area. The police noted that ground teams and air resources were mobilized to support the operation and to widen the search area in an effort to bring closure to the families involved. The incident is being treated as a tragic accident, and officials have urged anyone with information about the timeline or movements of the group to come forward to aid investigators. This information comes from the Cantonal Police of Valais as they coordinate the response and communicate with the public about the evolving situation, avoiding any speculation while focusing on search and rescue priorities.