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British Mother Dies in Tragic Spanish Highway Crash
25 Feb
Summary
- A British mother was killed in a van crash on a Spanish highway.
- The collision occurred when the van hit the back of a lorry.
- An 18-year-old sustained heavy injuries, while others were also hurt.
A devastating incident occurred on the A-7 motorway near Totana, Murcia, when a van carrying a British family collided with a lorry. The 42-year-old mother tragically passed away at the scene on Saturday afternoon, in front of her family. The van reportedly impacted the rear of the lorry, resulting in severe damage to the vehicle and the passenger's fatality.
Emergency services swiftly responded to the crash, which involved multiple injured individuals. An 18-year-old was airlifted to Virgen de la Arrixaca hospital with serious injuries. A 40-year-old man and a seven-year-old girl also sustained injuries, though they were classified as less severe. The two lorry drivers received treatment for minor injuries.
Authorities described the scene as extremely serious, with vehicle parts scattered across the highway. One occupant was ejected from the van during the impact. The accident caused significant traffic disruption, with a mile-long queue forming and one lane temporarily closed. Investigations are ongoing, with initial reports suggesting driver distraction may have been a contributing factor.
