Holidaymaker’s nose bitten off as brawl breaks out between Brits at Austrian ski resort
As two groups of tourists had an argument on Sunday in the resort of St Anton – known for its wild party life – a 29-year-old man painfully parted ways with some of his nose as it was bitten off
An unfortunate holidaymaker had some of his nose bitten off after a brawl between drunk Brits at an Austrian ski resort, according to police.
As two groups of tourists had an argument on Sunday evening in the resort of St Anton – known for its wild party life – a 29-year-old man painfully parted ways with some of his nose.
The fight initially broke out between the two groups at a local bar
According to police, one person who reportedly already injured went outside with two friends at 8pm. Tourists from the other group left the restaurant a little while later. The friends of the injured man launched a surprise attack on the other group, throwing kicks and punches.
Amidst the scuffle, the 29-year-old Brit had the tip of his nose painfully bitten off by one of the men – who are unidentifiable. After those who were involved were separated, the attackers ran towards the pedestrian zone of St. Anton am Arlberg and the perpetrator was able to escape without a trace.
Local news outlet Kurier reports the 29-year-old was taken to the hospital in Zams after initial treatment and then transferred to one in Innsbruck. Incidents like these are relatively common, with brawls between tourists often taking place during the winter season.
Skiers are also dealing with other problems, as a mild winter has left numerous ski slopes snowless, with locals and businesses pinning the blame on climate change for the milder weather. In some areas, such as Mount Terminillo in Italy, ski lifts have been switched off and snow cannons left abandoned after it became “too hot” to use the artificial snow – an important aspect for resorts.
In France, another popular skiing destination, images showed skiers slide on thin patches of snow at low altitude resorts otherwise – a disturbing trend as resorts get ready for their peak seasons.