Overview

• The incident occurred on the morning of April 27, 2025, near the Tozal del Cartujo in Sierra Nevada, during an off-piste descent.
• A witness reported the skier's fall from the Cumbre del Cartujo to the chorrera de Los Molinillos, a rugged high-altitude area requiring advanced skills.
• Emergency responders—including GREIM, Granada Firefighters, and a 061 medical team—were mobilized, but the skier was pronounced dead before a rescue helicopter could be deployed.
• Authorities have not released the skier's identity, and the cause of death remains undetermined, prompting the activation of a judicial protocol.
• The Cumbre del Cartujo is known for its demanding terrain, and the tragedy underscores the risks of off-piste skiing in such challenging environments.