21-05-2025
Brit woman plunges 60ft to death on holiday island as police issue alert
A British woman has tragically died after plunging from a scenic beauty 39-year-old was rushed to hospital with critical injuries after falling about 60ft from a lookout point which overlooks the sea in Palma, Majorca. Local police and paramedics who responded to an emergency call stabilised her at the scene, before putting in place a 'Green Alert' to clear traffic for the ambulance. She died later that day at Palma's Son Espases Hospital from her injuries. The alert was raised around 8.30am on Monday. The woman, who has not been named, was admitted to an intensive care unit as police began an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Hospital sources said today she had died in the evening, just hours after being admitted to hospital.
Insiders close to the investigation confirmed they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident, and said it was not being treated as a crime.
Detectives have spoken with witnesses who saw the woman fall.
It was not immediately clear today if she was on holiday in Majorca or lived locally.
The spot where the tragedy took place, known as Mirador es Jonquet in Spanish, is described in travel reviews as a captivating scenic spot that beckons visitors with stunning vistas and a tranquil atmosphere.
The area around it is popular with people enjoying leisurely strolls who include many tourists.
Just last month, a British cyclist died while competing in a famous amateur race in Majorca.
Tributes were paid to Phillip Williams, 39, who died after a fall on April 26 despite attempts by emergency medical responders to save him.
He suffered his accident on the road between Esporles and Valldemosa as he took part in the gruelling Mallorca 312 event which this year featured the likes of former Chelsea and Real Madrid star Eden Hazard.
