Driver detained after fatal collision in Son Banya

Investigations into a fatal accident in Son Banya

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In Palma, a serious traffic accident in the Son Banya district woke the neighborhood. According to investigators, on Monday a car collided head-on with an oncoming vehicle. The 31-year-old driver of the other car died at the scene.

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Suspected crash driver arrested — remand ordered

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The suspected perpetrator, a 26-year-old man, surrendered to the police on Tuesday. According to investigators, he was traveling at very high speed — estimates from the vicinity suggest around 150 km/h. He is in custody under investigation on suspicion of negligent homicide, dangerous driving and leaving the scene of an accident.

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Residents report that towards evening there was unusually a lot of noise heard. Some said they briefly heard a screeching noise before the sirens arrived. The emergency services secured the area while forensics and accident investigation worked.

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What is known so far

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The most important points in brief:

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• A 31-year-old car driver died at the scene.
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• The 26-year-old, the suspected perpetrator, initially fled on foot and surrendered to the police the following day.
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• He is charged with negligent homicide, dangerous driving and hit-and-run.
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The exact cause and sequence of the accident must now be clarified by further investigations. Experts will examine the vehicle and the accident scene; witnesses will still be heard. Such proceedings can take days to weeks — especially when technical expert reports are necessary.

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Grief and unrest in the neighborhood

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There is consternation on site. Those who live here know the narrow streets and the pressure from fast traffic. Many are now calling for more controls and a stronger police presence, particularly in the evenings and in Palma's outskirts.

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Our thoughts are with the relatives of the deceased. The judiciary will now clarify what role speed and the behavior of the suspected driver played.

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We will keep you updated on new findings.