Austrian man charged after girlfriend freezes to death on Grossglockner

• Austrian man charged with grossly negligent manslaughter after his girlfriend died on Grossglockner.
• A novice climber allegedly froze to death after her experienced partner left her during a winter ascent of Grossglockner.
• Prosecutors allege the man descended alone to seek help, leaving his hypothermic girlfriend in sub-zero conditions.
• The couple reportedly lacked crucial emergency equipment, and the woman wore inappropriate gear for the high-altitude climb.
• If convicted, the man faces up to three years in prison for his alleged gross negligence in the incident.

Why It Matters: It underscores accountability for negligence in high-risk outdoor activities.