A dream holiday to the sun-soaked island of Ibiza turned into an unimaginable nightmare for a British family this week after a devastating hit-and-run incident claimed the life of a mother and left her young daughter fighting for her life.
The tragic collision occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning in the bustling resort of San Antonio, a popular destination for British tourists. A 50-year-old woman from Essex was pronounced dead at the scene, while her 21-year-old daughter sustained severe, life-threatening injuries.
Local reports indicate the pair were struck by a vehicle whose driver callously fled the scene without stopping to render aid. Spanish authorities have launched a full-scale investigation to locate the responsible driver and vehicle.
Emergency Response and Ongoing Investigation
Emergency services, including paramedics and the Guardia Civil, rushed to the scene on the Carretera de Cala Gracio road following desperate calls from witnesses. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to save the mother's life.
Her daughter was immediately transported to a nearby hospital where she remains in a critical condition. The family has been notified and are receiving consular support from the Foreign Office during this devastating time.
Investigators are now scouring CCTV footage from the area and appealing to witnesses for any information that could lead to the apprehension of the driver. The hit-and-run has sent shockwaves through the expat and tourist community in San Antonio.
A Community in Mourning
This incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers on popular tourist roads, particularly during the busy summer season. The local community and fellow tourists have expressed their profound shock and sadness at the avoidable tragedy.
A Foreign Office spokesman confirmed: "We are supporting the family of a British woman who has died in Ibiza and are in contact with the local authorities."
