Scottish climber feared dead in K2 avalanche
Ag Agencies
SKARDU: A Scottish climber is feared dead after attempting a new route on K2 to raise money for a development charity.
It is understood Rick Allen was caught in an avalanche on the mountain s south-east face. The 68-year-old s death was announced by the charity Partners Relief and Development .
The UK Foreign Office said it was aware of reports that a British citizen had died while climbing K2.
Mr Allen s two climbing partners, Jordi Tosas of Spain and Stephan Keck of Austria, were reportedly rescued without major injuries.
K2 stands at 8,611m (28,251ft) and is the world s second highest mountain. It is also regarded as one of the most challenging and dangerous to climb.
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