On Saturday afternoon, an accident took place on the Soča River near Trnovo. The incident involved a group of six participants on a rafting excursion traveling from the starting point of Srpenica 1 to the exit point of Trnovo 1. According to reports from the Police Department of Nova Gorica, the rafting trip was organized by a Slovak company, and the group was guided by a 42-year-old guide, who is also a Slovak national.
The group had stopped at the rock formation known as Manhattan, a popular location on the river frequented by rafters for water jumps. This specific rock is only accessible via the river and cannot be reached by land. During the ascent toward this rock, a 38-year-old individual, a Slovak citizen, slipped from a height of approximately two meters.
This fall resulted in severe injuries. The details provided confirm that the injured party was part of the organized recreational activity. The guide, who was 42 years old, led the group during their trip.
The accident occurred when the 38-year-old experienced a fall while navigating the area near the rock formation. Authorities investigated the circumstances surrounding the fall involving the Slovak participant. The incident underscores the inherent risks associated with river activities, even when professional guidance is provided.
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