Popular ski resort to hold investigation into British mum’s death
A French resort has promised a full investigation after an experienced British skier died from fatal injuries suffered from a fall.
Anne Clayton, 54, was skiing on the Bear piste, a relatively moderate ‘blue’ run in La Plagne, when she lost control, skidded off the slope and crashed into a tree.
She was on holiday with her two sons, Stephen, aged 22 and Andrew, 19, who described her as a good skier.
Stephen told journalists the run wasn’t difficult but it was icy due to the rain the night before.
A Foreign and Commonwealth Office spokesman said: "We are supporting the family of a British national who has sadly died in Macot le Plagne, France, and remain in contact with the French authorities over the incident."
Police in La Plagne said there would be a ‘full investigation’ and the deceased’s sons were due to speak to French police today.
Linsey McNeill
Editor Linsey McNeill has been writing about travel for more than three decades. Bylines include The Times, Telegraph, Observer, Guardian and Which? plus the South China Morning Post. She also shares insider tips on thetraveljournalist.co.uk
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