A 31-year-old man died while climbing Nama Peak in Sichuan, China, after reportedly untying his safety rope to take photos. The tragic fall happened on September 25 when the hiker, identified by his surname Hong, lost his balance and plunged several hundred metres down the snowy slope.

The horrifying moment was captured on camera, showing him sliding uncontrollably as his companions screamed for help.

Witnesses said Hong had undone his safety line while posing for pictures. He then tripped over his crampons, metal spikes used for walking on ice, and tumbled into a deep section of the mountain.

The group he was climbing with had not obtained the necessary permits, according to local authorities. Officials later confirmed that Hong died at the scene and his body was recovered by rescue te

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