Two youths injured, one critically, in Tarxien accident

Two youths, one aged 19 and another aged 26, were injured in a traffic accident earlier today.

Police were informed of the accident, which took place in Triq San Anard, Tarxien at around 05:10 this morning.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the two vehicles, a Ford Escort and a Mitsubishi L200, crashed into each other as they were driving in opposite directions.

The Ford Excort was being driven by a 19-year old Zabbar resident towards Zabbar, and the other vehicle was being driven by a 26 year old Zabbar resident.

Members of the Civil protection department were called to the scene and the two drivers were taken to Mater Dei Hospital to receive the necessary medical attention.

The 19 year old was certified in critical condition, whereas the 26-year-old sustained light injuries.

Duty magistrate Dr J Demicoli is leading the investigation, and the road in question has been temporarily closed off as investigations are ongoing.