Johan-Olav Botn was supposed to pick up Sivert Guttorm Bakken on the morning of December 23 for a ski training session. Botn later found Bakken lifeless in his hotel room in Lavazè, Italy.
"I tried to get help, but couldn't get through when I called the police and ambulance. Then I ran and got help," Botn said.
Botn understood that Bakken was dead.
I saw that he was completely lifeless and pale in the face. I understood that he was dead.
I was completely devastated. I felt completely helpless.
The biathlete said he received psychological help after the incident.
There are images in my head that I realize I will have to live with for the rest of my life. I think it is wise to find a way to live with the images.
It is still unclear what caused Bakken's death. He was wearing a high-altitude mask when he was found.
