Żebbuġ Mdina Road Crash: Local Driver in Critical Condition

Żebbuġ Mdina Road Crash: Local Driver Seriously Injured

In the early hours of yesterday morning, a grievous road accident on Żebbuġ’s Mdina Road left a local driver fighting for his life. The crash, which occurred near the historic St. Paul’s Catacombs, has through the close-knit community, with residents calling for urgent road safety improvements.

What Happened?

The accident, involving a lone driver in his late 30s, took place around 2:30 AM. Eyewitnesses report seeing the car, a silver Ford Fiesta, veer off the road and crash into a stone wall, leaving the driver with severe injuries. Paramedics from the Malta Civil Protection Department rushed the victim to Mater Dei Hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition.

Community Reaction and Calls for Action

News of the crash has sparked outrage among Żebbuġ residents, many of whom have taken to social media to express their concerns about the road’s safety. The Mdina Road, a popular route for late-night revellers, has long been a source of worry for locals, who have been calling for traffic calming measures and better lighting.

Żebbuġ Local Council has since issued a statement, expressing its condolences to the victim’s family and calling for urgent action from Transport Malta. “We have been raising these concerns for years,” said the council’s spokesperson, “It’s high time we see some concrete action.”

Hot Malta has reached out to Transport Malta for comment, but at the time of publication, no response had been received.

Road Safety in Malta: A Growing Concern

This latest incident adds to a growing list of road accidents in Malta, with 2021 seeing a 20% increase in road fatalities compared to the previous year. According to the Malta Police, human error is the leading cause of these accidents, with speeding, drink-driving, and non-use of seatbelts being the most common factors.

In light of these statistics, road safety advocates are calling for stricter enforcement of traffic laws, better road infrastructure, and increased public awareness campaigns.

If you have any information about this incident or have witnessed similar dangerous driving on the Mdina Road, please contact Żebbuġ Local Council or the Malta Police.