‘Confluence of errors’ led to Belgian tourist Celine Cremer’s death in Tasmanian wilderness, coroner finds
A coroner has found that a 'confluence of errors,' including insufficient clothing for near-freezing weather and deviating from a walking track, led to the accidental death of Belgian tourist Celine Cremer in the Tasmanian wilderness in June 2023. Her remains were discovered in January 2026 after extensive searches.
Why it matters
This tragic case serves as a reminder of the critical importance of preparedness and adherence to safety guidelines when venturing into wilderness environments, especially in challenging weather conditions.
Overnight temperatures were close to freezing and Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer, 31, had insufficient clothing, including nothing waterproof, the coroner found. Photograph: Supplied by Tasmania police/AAP Overnight temperatures were close to freezing and Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer, 31, had insufficient clothing, including nothing waterproof, the coroner found. Photograph: Supplied by Tasmania police/AAP Tasmania ‘Confluence of errors’ led to Belgian tourist Celine Cremer’s death in Tasmanian wilderness, coroner finds Coronor finds 31-year-old deviated from a walking track as dusk fell, four days before the winter solstice
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