Żabbar Father Fighting for Life After Horrific Marsa Bypass Crash
**Man Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Pole in Early Morning Marsa Incident**
A 34-year-old man from Żabbar is fighting for his life after his vehicle collided with a utility pole on the Marsa-Ħamrun bypass in the early hours of Tuesday morning, marking yet another serious traffic incident on one of Malta’s most notorious stretches of road.
The accident occurred at approximately 3:15 AM near the old Marsa power station, a landmark that has witnessed countless vehicle collisions over the decades. Emergency services, including police, Civil Protection Department personnel, and a medical team from Mater Dei Hospital, rushed to the scene following multiple calls from concerned motorists.
According to police reports, the man was driving his Toyota Starlet towards Valletta when he appears to have lost control of the vehicle, veering sharply into the central reservation before striking a concrete electricity pole with tremendous force. The impact was so severe that the car’s front end was completely crushed, requiring firefighters to use hydraulic cutting equipment to extract the unconscious driver from the wreckage.
“The gentleman suffered multiple traumatic injuries and was in critical condition when we arrived,” explained a medical officer who attended the scene. “He was immediately stabilized and transported to Mater Dei Hospital, where he remains in intensive care.”
The Marsa-Ħamrun bypass, known locally as one of Malta’s most dangerous roads, has been the site of numerous serious accidents over the years. This latest incident has reignited concerns among local residents and road safety advocates about the need for improved safety measures on the island’s major thoroughfares.
“This stretch of road has claimed too many lives,” remarked Maria Camilleri, a Marsa resident whose apartment overlooks the accident site. “We hear screeching brakes and crashes far too often. Something needs to be done before more families suffer.”
The incident has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit Żabbar community, where the injured man is well-known as a devoted father of two young children and an active member of the local band club. Friends and family have been keeping vigil at Mater Dei Hospital, with many taking to social media to express their support using the hashtag #PrayForKenneth.
Local parish priest Fr. Anton Borg visited the family to offer spiritual support, highlighting the crucial role that community solidarity plays during such traumatic events in Maltese society. “In times like these, we see the true strength of our village communities,” he noted. “Everyone comes together to support those in need.”
The accident has also prompted renewed calls from local councils and road safety organizations for enhanced driver education programs and infrastructure improvements. The Malta Road Safety Council emphasized that while the cause of this particular accident remains under investigation, the broader issue of road safety requires constant attention.
“Each serious accident affects not just the individual involved, but ripples through entire communities,” stated a council spokesperson. “We urge all drivers to exercise maximum caution, particularly during the early morning hours when fatigue can be a significant factor.”
As investigations continue, police are examining CCTV footage from nearby businesses and have appealed to witnesses who may have seen the vehicle prior to the crash to come forward. Technical experts will also examine whether road conditions, vehicle maintenance, or other factors contributed to the incident.
The injured man’s family has requested privacy as they navigate this difficult time, though they expressed gratitude for the overwhelming community support. A fundraising campaign launched by friends to support the family during what may be a lengthy recovery period has already raised over €5,000, demonstrating the Maltese tradition of rallying around those in need.
