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Body of Missing 68-Year-Old Mountaineer Found on Pico Gilbo

Officials cite a coordinated mountain search across the Gilbo–Cueto Cabrón area near the Riaño reservoir.

Overview

  • Guardia Civil located the man’s body near Pico Gilbo on Wednesday after his family reported him missing Tuesday morning.
  • A rescue helicopter recovered the remains and flew them to Riaño for transfer to authorities.
  • The operation was activated through 112 following a Guardia Civil request at about 10:30 a.m.
  • Specialized units took part, including GREIM teams from Asturias and Sabero, the regional rescue service’s helicopter, and a drone.
  • Search efforts focused between Pico Gilbo and Cueto Cabrón, where his vehicle was found at the route’s parking area, and officials have not reported a cause of death.