Clyclist critically injured in Delimara fall

A 30-year-old man from Fgura was critically injured on Sunday morning after falling a height of around two storeys in the Ta’ Tliet Ħofriet area, limits of Delimara.

The accident happened at around 9:30am, with the man having fallen down a cliff as he was riding his bicycle.

The assistance of the Armed Forces of Malta and the Civil Protection Department was required to reach the man, as the spot he was lying in after his fall was not easily accessible.

The victim was transported to the top of the cliff by helicopter, and later taken to Mater Dei Hospital for treatment. His conditions was found to be critical.

Police investigations are ongoing, and magistrate Charmaine Galea has stared an inquiry on the case.