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Two Young Hikers Found Dead on Snowdon Are Named Locally

A multi‑agency overnight search in full winter conditions led to the recovery of both bodies.

Overview

  • North Wales Police confirmed two bodies were found in the Eryri range during searches for missing men aged 19 and 20.
  • Both have been formally identified, families notified, and the coroner informed, with officers requesting privacy.
  • Local outlets named the deceased as Eddie Hill, 20, and Jayden Long, 19, from the Dereham area of Norfolk.
  • Welfare concerns were reported on Wednesday, the search resumed at 8am on Thursday on Yr Wyddfa, and the bodies were located and recovered.
  • Llanberis and Aberglaslyn mountain rescue teams worked with RAF specialists, SARDA dogs and HM Coastguard in snow and ice, prompting widespread tributes and thanks.