A hiker who was trapped deep inside an active volcano for four days tragically died before she could be rescued, family members have confirmed.
Juliana Marins, 26, from Brazil, was with a group on Saturday (21 June) and hiking near the active volcano Mount Rinjani, on the island of Lombok in Indonesia, when she fell off a 'cliff'.
Rescuers heard her screams for help and drone footage spotted her still alive in a crater, but when a team went out to retrieve her, they could no longer find her.
In the latest update, it has been reported that the hiker has sadly died of her injuries.
A social media post from her family read: "Today, the rescue team managed to reach the place where Juliana Marins was.
"With great sadness, we inform you that she did not survive.
"We remain very grateful for all the prayers, messages of affection and support that we have received."
Meanwhile, Juliana's death has been confirmed by Brazilian former minister Tereza Critsina, who wrote on X [translated]: "The entire Brazil cheered and prayed that the rescue would arrive in time to save the young woman from Niterói, Juliana Marins, alive.
"Unfortunately, they could not save her. Very sad. Our condolences to her family and friends.
"And may the Brazilian government, through Itamaraty, demand an investigation of the facts and the punishment of those responsible in Indonesia. In practice, Juliana was left behind twice: on the dangerous trail and after she fell off the cliff."
The trekking company Visit Mount Rinjani released a statement earlier this week, confirming that a hiker fell from the trail and said it was waiting for news from authorities of Juliana's condition.
It said: "It has been two days since the incident of a hiker falling on the summit trail of Mount Rinjani. The desperate cries for help heard at the scene still echo in the minds of many and have drawn deep sympathy.
"As of now, we are still waiting for an official statement from the authorities and the rescue team, who continue to work in challenging conditions.
"We sincerely hope the search efforts lead to positive news and that the hiker is found safe."
Nikolas Osman, a spokesman for the East Lombok Police, also added: "While heading to the summit of Rinjani on the way to the Cemara Tunggal area, the victim experienced fatigue and the guide at that time advised her to rest.
"Then the five guests in the tour group were taken by the guide to continue the journey.
"However, by the time he returned to fetch her, the Brazilian woman was already missing."
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Lucy Devine