Ueli Steck Killed in Climbing Fall

One of mountaineering's brightest lights and most accomplished athletes, Ueli Steck was killed in the Nepalese Himalaya early this morning.

We are gutted by the news. Steck was an inspiration to this writer and no doubt countless others in our mountain community. Our thoughts go out to his family, climbing partners and close friends at this time. Below is the official press release from Steck's website, beyond which we will not speculate further. 


April 30, 2017

Information to the media

Ueli Steck deadly injured

Ueli Steck was killed while trying to climb Mount Everest and the Lhotse. His family has learned of his death today. The exact circumstances are currently unknown. The family is infinitely sad and asks the media builders to refrain from speculation about the circumstances of his death due to respect for Ueli.

As soon as there are reliable findings on the causes of Uelis Steck's death, the media will be informed. The family asks the media for understanding that they will not provide any further information at the time.