Army Veteran Dies Trying to Retrieve Drone

Army veteran William Onion, a former soldier and experienced hiker, tragically fell to his death on Mount Snowdon's Crib Goch while trying to retrieve a drone during a charity hike. Despite being a safety-conscious mountaineer, he slipped on a narrow ridge, resulting in fatal injuries. The incident occurred on November 11, with friends witnessing him sliding down the mountain before emergency services found him. William, a passionate outdoorsman and fitness trainer, had a background in the military and was well-known for his love of hiking and charity work. The inquest concluded his death was accidental, highlighting the risks faced by even experienced climbers on challenging routes like Crib Goch.