Key timeline details show they reached Fr46st5fplatz, roughly 40 minutes below the summit, on the afternoon of January 18; signals of distress supposedly began around 20:50, and a police helicopter passed at 22:50 without a distress call; the boyfriend left to seek help around 02:00 on January 19, with rescue notifications arriving by 03:30, which weather later rendered too late.

CCTV/webcam footage reportedly shows a torchlit figure descending near the summit, underscoring the ongoing investigation.

Webcam footage allegedly shows Plamberger descending alone around 2:30 a.m., while a rescue alert was not issued until 3:30 a.m.; rescue helicopters could not operate due to winds, and Kerstin’s body was later found at 10 a.m.

Footage is cited as showing Plamberger descending after leaving Kerstin behind, aligning with trial context.

A disputed moment centers on Fr1st8fplatz about whether turning back was possible, with Gurtner showing signs of exhaustion while the boyfriend remained in contact with police at points but later did not pursue further assistance.

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Defense argues both were in good spirits at the final moments and did not realize they needed assistance, supported by webcam footage of their torchlights in the night.

A trial in Innsbruck is examining the death of Kerstin G during a winter ascent of the Grossglockner, with the climber Thomas P. accused of gross negligent manslaughter for planning and leading the tour and then leaving Kerstin G to die while seeking help as conditions deteriorated.

The defense contends the couple planned the climb together, possessed Alpine experience, were in good physical condition, and considered themselves adequately prepared.

The report includes standard stand-up details such as the time stamp 06:51, a two-minute video segment, and attribution to Axel Springer Deutschland GmbH.

The case is being heard in Austrian courts with international coverage, including the BBC reporting on proceedings.

The report refers to the climber as the responsible guide in key discussions about decision-making during the ascent.