A group of South African scientists has pleaded for help, saying they are trapped in an isolated base on a cliff edge in Antarctica with a team member who has become violent. One of the team has been accused of assault and threatening violence against his colleagues,

But with the unforgiving weather outside the door of these purpose-built bases, researchers can go weeks or months on end without stepping a foot outside - this can contribute to cabin fever.

A research group trapped at a small base in Antarctica fear for their safety after team member allegedly attacked and threatened to kill a colleague.

The full email sent by a scientist that is fearing for their life has been revealed as they said they were 'deeply concerned' about their own safety

One researcher at an isolated base in Antarctica fears they may be the next target of a colleague who allegedly made a threat to kill.

South African scientists at the remote Sanae IV research centre in Antarctica have requested rescue, alleging assault and death threats from a team member. The isolated base, 2,50