Fatal crash near Son Banya: 31-year-old killed, others flee

In a head-on collision on the road between Mercapalma and Son Banya during the night, a 31-year-old man lost his life. Several occupants of another car fled the scene.

Severe collision during the night: one fatality, driver on the run

It was one of those nights that is not easily forgotten: on the connecting road between Mercapalma and Son Banya, two vehicles collided head-on. A 31-year-old man died at the scene. Several people from the other car left the accident site and fled on foot.

What happened

Residents reported that they heard loud noises at around 2:10 a.m. — two bangs, then silence. Ambulances and the fire brigade arrived shortly afterwards. Despite the rapid assistance, the young driver could not be saved. A passenger from the second vehicle was seriously injured and was later found in El Molinar, according to initial statements by emergency services.

Flight and search for traces

The other occupants of the second vehicle fled. The police said they initially found only traces at the roadside and torn clothing. A large-scale search for the fleeing driver is underway. According to witness statements, no one could say exactly how many people had exited the vehicle — the scene was confusing, some ran toward field paths, others toward the nearest housing estate.

Investigation underway

Investigators are now examining vehicle damage, skid marks and the positions of the wrecks. Alcohol or drug tests as well as technical reports will also be part of the investigation. The public prosecutor ordered an autopsy to determine the exact cause of the accident. Police and accident analysts also want to clarify whether speed or risky overtaking played a role.

Local impact

The road remained closed for hours, there were diversions and heavy traffic in the morning. Some residents described a sharp smell of petrol and the visible marks on the asphalt. Trash bags, a torn jacket and scattered car parts were still at the scene early in the morning — silent witnesses to the chaos.

The police are asking witnesses who saw anything suspicious during the night between Mercapalma and Son Banya to come forward. Every small observation could help reconstruct the sequence of events and identify those responsible.

Our condolences go out to the relatives of the deceased. Nights like this leave a long impression on a small community.