Driver grievously injured in Żurrieq traffic accident

A 46-year-old Valletta resident sustained grievous injuries following a traffic accident in Żurrieq. 

Police said the accident happened at around noon on Wednesday in Triq Ħal Far.

Preliminary investigations show that a Mercedes Benz Actros driven by a 47-year-old Tarxien resident collided with a Peugeot Partner driven by the injured 46-year-old. 

They were both aided by a medical team on the scene, and the Peugeot driver was taken to Mater Dei Hospital, where he was later certified as having suffered grievous injuries. 

Police investigations are still ongoing.