A British tourist has died after falling 20 feet from a hotel balcony in Lanzarote, with a second man in critical condition after the railing reportedly gave way. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday in the resort town of Costa Teguise, prompting an investigation by the Spanish Civil Guard.
The two men, aged 56 and 54, fell when the balcony railing collapsed, according to local media. The 56-year-old died instantly, while the 54-year-old was rushed to the intensive care unit of Doctor José Molina Orosa hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
Emergency services arrived at the scene shortly after receiving reports of the fall at around 1:30am. It is not yet known whether the two holidaymakers were friends or relatives, and the hotel's name has not been disclosed.
Authorities are investigating the maintenance of the railing and the hotel's security protocols. The British Foreign Office is reportedly providing consular support to the families involved.
