British Man, 26, Fights for Life After 22ft Fall in Ibiza

A British man is in critical condition following a severe 22ft fall from a car park in Ibiza. The incident occurred on the evening of March 15, 2024, at a commercial centre located in Sant Antoni de Portmany. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the individual fell from the car park of the Mercadona supermarket on Johann Sebastian Bach Street.

Emergency services were alerted promptly at 20:16 local time. Two ambulances arrived on the scene, including one equipped for advanced life support. Medical personnel provided immediate assistance to the man, who sustained multiple injuries. He was subsequently transported to the Nuestra Señora del Rosario Polyclinic, where he remains in the Intensive Care Unit.

While initial reports indicated the man was 30 years old, his age has been corrected to 26. There is currently no information on whether he is a tourist visiting Ibiza or a resident of the island.

The SAMU 061 emergency service reported that the man suffered extensive injuries, including severe head trauma, a skull fracture, multiple facial fractures, a spinal fracture, and chest and abdominal trauma. Specifically, he sustained lacerations to vital organs, including the liver and spleen, which have contributed to his critical status.

Investigation Underway

Authorities have not yet disclosed the precise circumstances that led to the fall. A thorough investigation is currently underway to determine the details surrounding this distressing incident. Local witnesses have expressed shock at the event and are keenly awaiting updates on the man’s condition.

As the investigation continues, the focus remains on the well-being of the injured individual. His nationality has been confirmed as British, and medical staff are working diligently to provide the best possible care as he fights for his life at the clinic.

The community in Sant Antoni de Portmany is rallying in support, with many hoping for a positive outcome as details about the incident and the man’s recovery unfold.