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Daily Mirror
30-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Brit, 23, suffers horror injuries after falling 'head first' into Ibiza pool
A British man is reported to have undergone brain surgery after falling into a pool in Ibiza. The man, 23, was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after a fall A British man has been left with serious injuries and possible paralysis following a plunge into an Ibiza swimming pool. The man, 23, is believed to have fallen from a height of around 1.2 metres into a pool in San Antonio, known to be one of Ibiza's party venues. It is not yet clear if he jumped or fell, or where he may have fallen from. Reports indicate he was injured when he hit his head on the bottom of the pool, and has since undergone brain surgery. It comes after a warning to Brit tourists planning all-inclusive holidays to Spain. He was injured on Tuesday afternoon after 'falling headfirst' into the pool, island newspaper Diario de Ibiza. The man was taken by ambulance to the Nuestra Señora del Rosario Polyclinic, where he was operated on by the neurosurgery team. He is reported to have a a cervical spinal cord injury, a head trauma and a fracture of the sixth vertebra. It is feared his legs could have been left paralysed. He remains in intensive care. The case has generated consternation in the municipality, which adds another serious accident in the hotel environment in the middle of the high season. It comes after two British brothers were confirmed to have died after getting into trouble while swimming off the Spanish coast. Authorities confirmed the boys, aged 11 and 13, were swimming off Salou, Tarragona. Both boys drowned, Spanish officials said, while their father was rescued alive. Police are not treating the incident as a criminal matter. "Two brothers, of British nationality and aged 11 and 13, drowned this evening on the Llarga beach in Salou (Tarragona)," Catalonia's Civil Protection said. "The father of the minors, who had also entered the water, was rescued alive." Their dad reportedly made a desperate attempt to save them and had to be rescued himself after nearly drowning. Both youngsters were in cardiac arrest by the time emergency help arrived in the form of seven land units from the Medical Emergency System (SEM), the Salou Local Police, Catalonian police and the fire brigade. "These are the fifteenth and seventeenth fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer season officially began on 15 June, a figure that already exceeds by five those recorded in the same period last summer which was 11," a Civil Protection spokesperson said. The incident at the Costa Dorada resort happened last night, with the emergency call being made just before 9pm. It is understood that the British family involved were guests at a nearby hotel. The spokesman for Civil Protection stated that the lifeguards had already finished their shift for the day when the tragedy occurred. He added: "Yellow flags had been raised during the day at some beaches in the area. Bathing is prohibited when red flags are flying and yellow flags indicate that swimmers should exercise caution."
Irish Daily Mirror
30-07-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Two brothers drown in front of their dad on Spanish beach
Two brothers tragically lost their lives after encountering difficulties while swimming off the Spanish coast. The authorities have confirmed that the boys, aged 11 and 13, were taking a dip off Salou, Tarragona. Both boys drowned, according to Spanish officials, while their father was rescued alive. The police are not treating the incident as a criminal matter. "Two brothers, of British nationality and aged 11 and 13, drowned this evening on the Llarga beach in Salou (Tarragona)," said Catalonia's Civil Protection. "The father of the minors, who had also entered the water, was rescued alive." Their dad is said to have made a frantic effort to save his sons and had to be saved himself after nearly drowning. By the time emergency services arrived, including seven land units from the Medical Emergency System (SEM), the Salou Local Police, Catalonian police and the fire brigade, both children were in cardiac arrest, reports the Mirror. Psychologists from the SEM were brought in to support the family. A Civil Protection spokesperson mentioned that lifeguards had finished their shift and left the beach when the tragedy struck. The incident at the Costa Dorada resort happened last night, with the emergency call being made just before 9pm. It is understood that the British family involved were guests at a nearby hotel. The Irish Mirror's Crime Writers Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy are writing a new weekly newsletter called Crime Ireland. Click here to sign up and get it delivered to your inbox every week Following the incident, police issued a warning about the dangers of swimming. "These are the fifteenth and seventeenth fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer season officially began on 15 June, a figure that already exceeds by five those recorded in the same period last summer which was 11," said the spokesperson. The Civil Protection Department of the Generalitat emphasises the importance of exercising extreme caution at beaches, swimming pools and inland waters this summer. If you notice someone who appears unwell or is struggling in the water, you should immediately alert the lifeguard service or dial 112 to ensure swift action. "The spokesman for Civil Protection stated that the lifeguards had already finished their shift for the day when the tragedy occurred. He added: "Yellow flags had been raised during the day at some beaches in the area. Bathing is prohibited when red flags are flying and yellow flags indicate that swimmers should exercise caution." For more of the latest breaking news from the Irish Mirror check out our homepage by clicking here.
Metro
30-07-2025
- Metro
Two British brothers drown in front of dad while swimming on holiday
Two British brothers have drowned in front of their father on a beach in Spain. The boys, aged 11 and 13, got into difficulty at sea off Llarga Beach in Salou, Tarragona yesterday evening. Their dad went into the sea with them and was rescued alive. Both of the boys had died by the time emergency help arrived and efforts to save them were unsuccessful. The British family are understood to be staying at a nearby hotel. The deaths mark the 15th and 16th fatalities on beaches in Catalan since the beginning of the summer season began on June 15. Catalonia's Civil Protection said in a statement: 'Two brothers, of British nationality and aged 11 and 13, drowned this evening on the Llarga beach in Salou (Tarragona). 'The father of the minors, who had also entered the water, was rescued alive. 'These are the 15th and 16th fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer campaign officially began on June 15, a figure that already exceeds by five those registered in the same period last summer (11). More Trending 'The emergency telephone number 112 received the warning at 8.47pm. Seven land units of the Medical Emergency System (SEM) intervened in the incident, as well as a team of psychologists activated by the same service to assist the relatives.' It added: 'The Civil Protection of the Generalitat reminds us of the importance of taking extreme precautions on beaches, swimming pools and inland waters this summer. 'If you notice that someone is unwell or has difficulties in the water, you should urgently notify the lifeguard service or call 112 to facilitate their rapid action.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: I fell for a humble Spanish town overshadowed by its glamorous neighbours MORE: Spanish town begs tourists 'please come Monday to Thursday' after crowds cause 'collapse' MORE: Meet Sarina Wiegman's husband Marten Glotzbach cheering her on in Women's Euros Final
The Irish Sun
30-07-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Brit brothers, 11 and 13, drown in front of horrified dad while swimming at popular Spanish beach
TWO British brothers have tragically died on a beach in Spain after encountering trouble while swimming in the sea. The boys, aged 11 and 13, drowned off Llarga beach in Salou, Tarragona, on Tuesday evening, according to the Civil Protection force. 3 Two British brothers have tragically died on a beach in Spain Credit: Getty Images - Getty 3 Their dad, who had also entered the water alongside his children, was rescued alive Credit: Getty Their dad, who had also entered the water alongside his children, was rescued alive. Emergency services were first called at 8:47pm, sparking a large response. Paramedics from the Medical Emergency System were dispatched to the harrowing incident, alongside a team of psychologists to assist the family. Authorities said the deaths marked the 15th and 16th fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer campaign began officially on June 15. read more news The number "already exceeds by five those registered in the same period last summer". Catalonia's Civil Protection said in a statement: "Two brothers, of British nationality and aged 11 and 13, drowned this evening on the Llarga beach in Salou (Tarragona). "The father of the minors, who had also entered the water, was rescued alive. "These are the 15th and 16th fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer campaign officially began on June 15, a figure that already exceeds by five those registered in the same period last summer (11). Most read in The Sun "The emergency telephone number 112 received the warning at 8.47pm. Seven land units of the Medical Emergency System (SEM) intervened in the incident, as well as a team of psychologists activated by the same service to assist the relatives." It added: "The Civil Protection of the Generalitat reminds us of the importance of taking extreme precautions on beaches, swimming pools and inland waters this summer. Tragedy in Majorca: British Tourist Drowns Near Love Island Villa "If you notice that someone is unwell or has difficulties in the water, you should urgently notify the lifeguard service or call 112 to facilitate their rapid action." Yesterday, a The 72-year-old holidaymaker was in the water by paramedics who rushed to the resort which sits just minutes away from the Love Island villa . The alarm was raised just after 8.30am this morning in S'llot - a small tourist town on the south east coast of the Officials discovered the man in the pool of the three-star BJ Playa Blanca Hotel. Emergency medical organisation SAMU said: 'A British man aged 72 has been found floating face down in the swimming pool of a hotel in S'Illot. 'He was pulled out of the water and basic resuscitation manoeuvres were practiced on him until the first ambulances arrived when it was confirmed he had gone into cardiac arrest. 'Despite attempts to resuscitate him he died. The alarm was raised at 8.37am this morning ." 3 The boys tragically drowned off Llarga beach in Salou, Tarragona Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
30-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Brit brothers, 11 and 13, drown in front of horrified dad while swimming at popular Spanish beach
The young boys' dad, who had also entered the water alongside his children, was rescued alive HOLS TRAGEDY Brit brothers, 11 and 13, drown in front of horrified dad while swimming at popular Spanish beach TWO British brothers have tragically died on a beach in Spain after encountering trouble while swimming in the sea. The boys, aged 11 and 13, drowned off Llarga beach in Salou, Tarragona, on Tuesday evening, according to the Civil Protection force. Advertisement 3 Two British brothers have tragically died on a beach in Spain Credit: Getty Images - Getty 3 Their dad, who had also entered the water alongside his children, was rescued alive Credit: Getty Their dad, who had also entered the water alongside his children, was rescued alive. Emergency services were first called at 8:47pm, sparking a large response. Paramedics from the Medical Emergency System were dispatched to the harrowing incident, alongside a team of psychologists to assist the family. Authorities said the deaths marked the 15th and 16th fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer campaign began officially on June 15. Advertisement read more news HOLS TRAGEDY Brit drowns in hotel pool near Love Island villa during Majorca holiday The number "already exceeds by five those registered in the same period last summer". Catalonia's Civil Protection said in a statement: "Two brothers, of British nationality and aged 11 and 13, drowned this evening on the Llarga beach in Salou (Tarragona). "The father of the minors, who had also entered the water, was rescued alive. "These are the 15th and 16th fatalities on Catalan beaches since the summer campaign officially began on June 15, a figure that already exceeds by five those registered in the same period last summer (11). Advertisement "The emergency telephone number 112 received the warning at 8.47pm. Seven land units of the Medical Emergency System (SEM) intervened in the incident, as well as a team of psychologists activated by the same service to assist the relatives." It added: "The Civil Protection of the Generalitat reminds us of the importance of taking extreme precautions on beaches, swimming pools and inland waters this summer. Tragedy in Majorca: British Tourist Drowns Near Love Island Villa "If you notice that someone is unwell or has difficulties in the water, you should urgently notify the lifeguard service or call 112 to facilitate their rapid action." Yesterday, a British tourist drowned in his hotel swimming pool in Majorca. Advertisement The 72-year-old holidaymaker was in the water by paramedics who rushed to the resort which sits just minutes away from the Love Island villa. The alarm was raised just after 8.30am this morning in S'llot - a small tourist town on the south east coast of the Balearic Island. Officials discovered the man in the pool of the three-star BJ Playa Blanca Hotel. Emergency medical organisation SAMU said: 'A British man aged 72 has been found floating face down in the swimming pool of a hotel in S'Illot. Advertisement 'He was pulled out of the water and basic resuscitation manoeuvres were practiced on him until the first ambulances arrived when it was confirmed he had gone into cardiac arrest. 'Despite attempts to resuscitate him he died. The alarm was raised at 8.37am this morning."
