55 Year Old Man Dies After Falling In Wied Fulija Whilst Rock Climbing

A 55 year old Swiss man sadly lost his life yesterday after falling from a height whilst practicing rock-climbing in the Wied Fulija, Żurrieq area.

Police were informed at around 1445hrs on Sunday that two persons, a man and a woman, required assistance after they fell from a height and could not be located.

Armed Forces of Malta and Civil Protection Department were dispatched to the sites, with the two being found moments after.

The man was found unconscious and with various injuries, and the woman was found conscious albeit also with injuries.

They were transported onto land with a dinghy and were given medical assistance. Unfortunately, the man was pronounced deceased on site. The 48 year old woman was taken to Mater Dei Hospital, where she was certified to have suffered light injuries.

Investigations are ongoing. Rest in peace and condolences to loved ones.

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