An 11-year-old boy tragically lost his life after a skiing accident in Wagrain, Austria.

The boy, from Lower Austria, fell on a challenging black slope, crashing into an alpine hut.

Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.

The police report found no initial criminal suspicion, but the Salzburg prosecutor's office has launched an investigation.

Questions about parental supervision and piste safety are being examined, with an expert reviewing the accident's causes.

The ski resort has pledged to evaluate its safety measures, as the incident has deeply shaken the local community.