Paola Resident Hospitalized After Serious Car Accident

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a serious car accident in Paola last night, where a man was left critically injured after being hit by a vehicle. The incident occurred around 9 PM on Triq San Pawl, near the busy roundabout leading to the Paola By-Pass.

Accident Details

The victim, a 45-year-old resident of Paola, was crossing the street when he was struck by a car traveling southbound. Witnesses reported that the man was thrown several meters by the impact and landed on the pavement. The driver of the car, a 32-year-old man from nearby Ħamrun, immediately stopped and called for help.

Paramedics from the Malta Civil Protection Department arrived quickly and attended to the victim, who was unconscious and bleeding. He was stabilized at the scene before being transported to Mater Dei Hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition.

Police Investigation

The Paola Police Station has launched an investigation into the incident. According to a police spokesperson, the driver of the car is cooperating fully with the investigation. “We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward,” the spokesperson said.

Triq San Pawl was closed to traffic for several hours while forensic police officers examined the scene. The road was reopened around midnight, with traffic flowing smoothly again by early morning.

Community Reaction

News of the accident has through the close-knit community of Paola. Neighbors have been left shaken by the incident, with many expressing their concern for the victim and his family.

“This is a quiet street, and we never expected something like this to happen here,” said Maria, a long-time resident of Triq San Pawl. “Our thoughts are with the victim and his family at this difficult time. We hope he makes a full recovery.”

Local councillor, Joseph Borg, echoed these sentiments. “Paola is a safe community, and incidents like this are rare. We urge everyone to take extra care when crossing the road, especially at night. Our thoughts are with the victim and his family.”

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety. The Malta Road Safety Council has urged pedestrians and drivers to be more cautious, especially in residential areas.

“We must all do our part to ensure the safety of ourselves and others on our roads,” said a spokesperson for the council. “Pedestrians should always cross at designated crossings and use pedestrian bridges where available. Drivers should always be alert and adhere to speed limits, especially in residential areas.”

As the investigation into this incident continues, Hot Malta will keep you updated with any new developments. In the meantime, we urge everyone to take extra care on our roads and to look out for one another.