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Support for the daughter of the alpinist Corrado Pesce who had an accident

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At the end of January, Italian alpinist Corrado 'Korra' Pesce died in a climbing accident on Cerro Torre. He leaves behind a 13-year-old daughter. Friends have set up crowdfunding to support them.

Mourning the tragic death of the Italian mountain guide and top alpinist Corrado Pesce is big. The 41-year-old had an accident while descending from Cerro Torre after climbing with his climbing partner Tomas Aguilo had opened a new route through the north face (Lacrux reported).

support for daughter

Corrado Pesce leaves behind a 13-year-old daughter. Friends of the climber have launched a collection campaign to support them. Any money raised through crowdfunding will go to her in full. For anyone who would like to contribute:

Participate in crowdfunding

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