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Menorca Ferry Horror: Car Dives into Ocean
21 Nov
Summary
- A 67-year-old tourist died after his car fell off a ferry.
- The incident occurred while disembarking the Margarita Salas ferry.
- An investigation is underway into why the car failed to stop.
A fatal accident occurred in the port of Ciutadella, Menorca, when a 67-year-old tourist's car plunged into the sea moments after disembarking from the Margarita Salas ferry. The vehicle reportedly deviated from the queue on the eastern dock of the Son Blanc breakwater, falling into the water around 9 PM on Thursday. Despite immediate rescue efforts by ship crew members and later by emergency services, the driver could not be saved.
Divers recovered the man from the freezing water and attempted resuscitation for over half an hour, but he was pronounced dead at the scene due to cardiac arrest. Authorities confirmed the ferry ticket indicated he was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The port authority and police are now conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause, including potential mechanical issues with the car.
The company managing the port facilities has confirmed that the ramps between the ship and the dock were operational. The recovered vehicle is undergoing examination to ascertain whether any faults or brake failure contributed to the tragic event. The investigation aims to clarify why the car failed to stop at the edge of the docks.
