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Unbeknownst to them, Peter had not succumbed to death but, rather, was alive. After veering off course, he found himself in a small chamber where he attempted to signal for help. Every effort to signal was met with silence, and after running out of battery life on his light, he succumbed to exhaustion and fell asleep, losing track of time.
Extended Search and Tragic Outcome
The following week was agonizing as rescuers combed through the cave, but Peter remained undiscovered. His small room became a dark refuge where he survived for an astonishing 14 days, grappling with starvation. He eventually decided to venture beyond his hiding spot, only to discover a dead end. During this time, the police closed access to the cave, and as the weeks went by, hope gradually faded.